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Forensic Science - Degree


Summary:Graduates will possess the scientific knowledge and skills to be able to collect, analyse and interpret forensic evidence and to present that evidence in court.

Qualification:Bachelor of Forensic Science (Crime Scene Examination)
Advanced Diploma of Forensic Science (Crime Scene Examination)

Program No:BD-FE02, AD-FE02

Campus:

Accredited:31 December 2013

Application Method:

To apply for this program you MUST complete a hardcopy Application Form


Delivery Mode:Degree - 6 semesters full-time (approx. 25 hours per week) OR part-time equivalent.
Advanced Diploma - 4 semesters full-time OR part-time equivalent.
In addition, you are required to undertake significant reading, research and study in your own time. You are strongly advised to contact the course coordinator before commencing the program in part-time mode.

Job Opportunities:Degree - Forensic field scientist, crime scene investigator, forensic investigator, Scene of Crime Officer (SOCO), degree would be an advantage to general entry to police services, scientific officer with police forensics services or related industries, increased lateral mobility within police services. Graduates will also find opportunities in related scientific disciplines.

Entry Requirements:  You must:
- EITHER have an ACT Year 12 Certificate, or equivalent, with ACT Year 12 Tertiary Major in science with a minimum C grade; and ACT Year 12 Tertiary Major in Mathematics Methods with a minimum C grade or Teritary Major in Mathematics Applications with a minimum B grade; and ACT Year 12 Tertiary or Accredited Major in English with a minimum C grade
- OR have demonstrated equivalent qualifications in science, mathematics and English
- OR successfully complete an approved bridging program and/or skills assessment in science, mathematics and English
- OR be of Mature Age (turn at least 20 years of age in your first year of study in the program) and demonstrate a level of general education in science, mathematics and English which provides you with a reasonable chance of successfully completing the program. This may include successful completion of an approved bridging program and/or skills assessment in science, mathematics and English; and a genuine interest in the field as evidenced by relevant work experience and/or participation in related scientific societies or associations.

Selection Criteria: Preference will be given if you have:
- demonstrated knowledge equivalent to a C grade or greater in ACT Year 12 Chemistry
- exceeded the minimum C grade entry requirement in Year 12 Tertiary Major in science, Mathematics Methods or ACT Year 12 Tertiary or Accredited Major in English
- completed additional relevant studies in science at the equivalent of Year 12 with a minimum C grade
- a genuine, demonstrated interest in the field as evidenced by work experience and/or participation in related scientific societies or associations.

Selection Process: Selection will primarily be based on an assessment of your previous educational record, work and other relevant experience and interest in the field of study, as identified on the application form and accompanying personal statement. Where it is necessary to collect additional evidence regarding the Selection Criteria, you might be requested to attend an interview, which may include a written or oral skills assessment test.

Credit Transfer:  To be negotiated.

Additional Information:  The average cost of a full-time study load for stage 1 to 4 is approximately $550 in semesters 1 to 4, or approximately $275 if you are entitled to a concession. The fees for semesters 1 to 4 are being reviewed and may increase in 2010.

The final year in the degree program is subject to significantly higher tuition fees. Concessions do not apply to these subjects in CIT degree programs. CIT now offers FEE HELP for the final year in the degree program - refer to CIT Fees 2009 for more information and fee details. FEE-HELP, is an Australian Government loan scheme set up to enable eligible students to defer part or all of their tuition fees until they are working and can afford to pay them back. For further information visit goingtouni.gov.au.

You will be required to wear clothing and equipment to meet industry and statutory OH&S standards. Some subjects will require off-campus field trips and weekend attendance in order to complete assessment requirements. You may also be required to pay additional costs (approximately $120 per semester) associated with prescribed textbooks, technology, safety equipment, course materials and stationery requirements.

Please contact the Course Coordinator on 6207 3574 for further information.

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Subjects:

To gain the Bachelor of Forensic Science (Crime Scene Examination) you must successfully complete the following.

 

Subject

Course No

Title

Nat/State ID

Core (complete all)

FOSC

230

Principles of forensic science

-

CHEM

131

Chemistry 1 (general chemistry)

-

BIOL

137

Biology 1 (general biology)

-

FOSC

225

Maths and physics for forensic investigations

-

FOSC

229

Principles of forensic investigation

-

CHEM

132

Chemistry 2 (organic and analytical chemistry)

-

FOSC

214

Anatomy and physiology for forensic science

-

FOSC

217

Communication in forensic science

-

FOSC

218

Crime scene investigation 1 (volume crime)

-

CHEM

104

Biochemistry

-

FOSC

159

Court procedures and protocols

-

FOSC

163

Comparative analysis

-

FOSC

219

Crime scene investigation 2 (serious crime)

-

FOSC

221

Criminalistics 1

-

FOSC

234

Specialist forensic disciplines

-

Electives (complete 1)

FOSC

216

Bloodstain pattern analysis

-

FOSC

231

Principles of ridgeology and fingerprint comparisons

-

FOSC

226

Principles of ballistics and firearm identification

-

FOSC

232

Principles of vehicle examination

-

FOSC

228

Principles of forensic document examination

-

FOSC

236

Negotiated forensic study A

-

FOSC

237

Negotiated forensic study B

-

FOSC

238

Negotiated forensic study C

-

FOSC

239

Negotiated forensic study D

-

You complete the Advanced Diploma of Forensic Science (Crime Scene Examination) at this point

Core (complete all)                                                                                                     Availability

FOSC

220

Crime scene investigation 3 (major incidents)

-

FOSC

222

Criminalistics 2

Semester 1, 2010

FOSC

223

Forensic research project 1

Semester 1, 2010

FOSC

235

Statistics for forensic science

-

FOSC

233

Professional practices in forensic science

-

FOSC

224

Forensic research project 2

-

Electives (complete 2 - you cannot select the Advanced Diploma elective already completed above)

FOSC

216

Bloodstain pattern analysis

-

FOSC

231

Principles of ridgeology and fingerprint comparisons

-

FOSC

226

Principles of ballistics and firearm identification

-

FOSC

232

Principles of vehicle examination

-

FOSC

228

Principles of forensic document examination

-

FOSC

227

Principles of fire scene examination

-

FOSC

215

Biological criminalistics (non-human applications)

-

FOSC

236

Negotiated forensic study A

-

FOSC

237

Negotiated forensic study B

-

FOSC

238

Negotiated forensic study C

-

FOSC

239

Negotiated forensic study D

-

 

You complete the Bachelor of Forensic Science (Crime Scene Examination) at this point