Master of Forensic Science (Extension)

Program Overview

The Master of Forensic Science (Extension) at UTS is a two-year full-time or four-year part-time program that combines advanced forensic science practice with professional and research skills development. It features hands-on activities in world-class facilities, 24 credit points of electives for specialization, and assessment through various methods. Graduates are equipped for careers in forensic science, including roles in law enforcement, government agencies, and private organizations.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Master of Forensic Science (Extension) is a two-year, full-time (or four-year, part-time) postgraduate program at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS). It combines advanced forensic science practice with professional and research skills development. The program is highly practical, with students completing hands-on activities in world-class facilities, including the Crime Scene Simulation Labs. Additionally, the extension degree includes 24 additional credit points of electives, providing students with the opportunity to specialize in areas of their choice.

Outline:

The program consists of 96 credit points of coursework, including:

• Core subjects (48 credit points):
• Foundations of Forensic Science (8 credit points)
• Forensic Inference and Interpretation (8 credit points)
• Forensic Toxicology and Drug Analysis (8 credit points)
• Advanced Chemical Criminalistics (8 credit points)
• Biometrics and Identification Sciences (8 credit points)
• Forensic Science Capstone Project (8 credit points)
• Professional stream subjects (24 credit points):
• Advanced Communication Skills in Science (6 credit points)
• Understanding Data and Statistical Design (6 credit points)
• Ethics in Human Research (2 credit points)
• Risk Assessment and Management for Science (2 credit points)
• Science Business Models and Intellectual Property (4 credit points)
• Electives (24 credit points):
• Students can choose from a range of electives in areas such as forensic toxicology, recreational drug analysis, biometrics, chemical criminalistics, and more.

Assessment:

Students are assessed through a variety of methods, including:

• Assignments
• Presentations
• Quizzes
• Exams
• Practical work
• Research project

Teaching:

The program is taught by leading academics and practitioners in the internationally acclaimed UTS Centre for Forensic Science, as well as by real-world organizations. Teaching methods include:

• Lectures
• Tutorials
• Practical work
• Group work
• Research projects

Careers:

Graduates of the program can pursue employment in organizations such as the Australian Federal Police, state policing agencies, ASIO, CSIRO, ANSTO, customs, immigration, and private forensic agencies.