Graduate Certificate in Forensic Science

Program Overview

The Graduate Certificate in Forensic Science equips students with a scientific foundation in forensic science, enhancing their career prospects in related scientific fields. The program comprises 24 credit points, including core discipline subjects (16 credit points) and professional stream subjects (8 credit points), providing a comprehensive understanding of forensic science principles and professional skills. Graduates gain essential knowledge and skills for careers in research, science business, industries, and government organizations.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Graduate Certificate in Forensic Science is designed to provide students with a scientific foundation in forensic science, enabling them to pursue further studies in the field or advance their careers in related scientific areas. The program enhances career prospects by offering opportunities to extend knowledge beyond a first degree, renewing scientific knowledge, and developing professional skills crucial for career advancement.

Outline:

The program requires 24 credit points of study, with 16 credit points chosen from core discipline subjects and 8 credit points from professional stream subjects.

Core Discipline Subjects (16 credit points):

• Foundations of Forensic Science (8 credit points)
• Forensic Inference and Interpretation (8 credit points)

Professional Stream Subjects (8 credit points):

• Advanced Communication Skills in Science (6 credit points)
• Ethics in Animal Research (2 credit points)
• Ethics in Human Research (2 credit points)
• Risk Assessment and Management for Science (2 credit points)
• Professional Science Document Writing (2 credit points)

Careers:

The program provides a foundation of skills essential for professional forensic scientists working in research, science business, industries, or government organizations.