Graduate Certificate in Forensic Science
Graduate Certificate in Forensic Science
The Graduate Certificate in Forensic Science is suitable for those seeking a scientific qualification to assist them to gain entry into further forensic science studies, as well as for those who are already employed in a scientific field but wish to gain new specialised skills to advance their area of…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
The Graduate Certificate in Forensic Science is suitable for those seeking a scientific qualification to assist them to gain entry into further forensic science studies, as well as for those who are already employed in a scientific field but wish to gain new specialised skills to advance their area of expertise.
The course enhances career prospects by providing opportunities to extend knowledge beyond a first degree. It provides the opportunity to extend or renew scientific knowledge and professional skills that are important to career advancement.
Course structure
The course requires 24 credit points of study, with 16 credit points chosen from the core discipline subjects and 8 credit points from the professional stream subjects.
Careers
The course provides a backbone of skills important to a professional forensic scientist; be they engaged in research, science business, industries or government organisations.
REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must have completed a UTS recognised bachelor’s degree, or an equivalent or higher qualification, or submitted other evidence of general and professional qualifications that demonstrates potential to pursue graduate studies.
Entry into the course requires the completion of a bachelor’s, master’s, graduate diploma or graduate certificate qualification in chemical sciences, biochemistry and cell biology, human biology, forensic science or medical science.
The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is: Academic IELTS: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0; or TOEFL: paper based: 550-583 overall with TWE of 4.5, internet based: 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21; or AE5: Pass; or PTE: 58-64 with a writing score of 50; or C1A/C2P: 176-184 with a writing score of 169.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
The University of Sydney, located in Sydney, Australia, is a world-renowned institution that is ranked in the top 20 universities in the world (QS World University Rankings, 2024). Students come from all over the globe to study at undergraduate and postgraduate level. Students have the choice of selecting from Australia’s widest range of programmes and disciplines. Offering over 400 study areas to select from, the university has two subjects that are ranked in the top ten in the world, with an additional 30 disciplines ranked amongst the top 50 in the world (QS 2023 Subject Rankings). Career opportunities for students are enhanced through internships and work experience, as well as the option of studying abroad for part of their degree through one of the university’s overseas programmes.Â
