| The information contained in this course overview is intended only as a guide and is not part of the rules for this course. For further information (including links to unit details) consult the rules for this course and the University General Rules for Academic Courses. |
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| Course type: |
| | Master's degree by research (thesis and coursework) |
| Status: |
| | Current |
| Intake periods: |
| | All |
| Description: |
| | This is a multidisciplinary degree which focuses on scientific methods for investigating crime and also addresses the needs of forensic investigation within allied industries. There is a great diversity of research interests related to forensic science at this University. These areas range from research into the age-old practice of dating cadavers through an understanding of the nature of invading decomposing fauna to the latest world-class computer technologies of image intensification. |
| Admission requirements: |
| | A recognised bachelor's degree with honours; or completion of the combined course of Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor of Science (or equivalent); or completion of the Graduate Diploma in Forensic Science within the past four years with an average of at least 70 per cent; and certification of police clearance and currency of tetanus protection |
| Administered by: |
| | Faculty of Life and Physical Sciences |
COURSE DETAILS
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| Minimum credit points required: |
| | 96 |
| Structure: |
| | An approved course of advanced study to a maximum value of 96 to 99 points including the completion of a supervised research project. For more information on the course structure contact the Centre for Forensic Science or go to the web site at http://www.forensicscience.uwa.edu.au/. |
| Available to international students: |
| | Yes. For information on international student fees see 'Schedule 2: Fees'. (Enquiries: international@uwa.edu.au) |
| Attendance type: |
| | Full- or part-time (Student visa holders should read http://www.international.uwa.edu.au/studentnet/esos for more information.) |
| Delivery mode: |
| | Internal |
| Standard full-time completion: |
| | 2 years |
| Standard part-time completion: |
| | 4 years |
| Locations offered: |
| | UWA (Crawley) |
| Domestic fee type: |
| | RTS |
| Majors available: |
| | Forensic Science (FORSC) |
| Programmes available: |
| | Forensic Science |
