Graduate Certificate in Forensic Science

This course is designed for individuals aiming to enter forensic science studies or professionals in scientific fields seeking specialised skills for career progression.

Choose this course to broaden your scientific expertise and professional abilities, essential for advancing your career. Its distinctiveness lies in the blend of theoretical knowledge and practical application tailored for forensic science. You will learn through practical activities in simulated environments.

These include our acclaimed Crime Scene Simulation Labs and other professional laboratories stocked with the latest industry-standard equipment. Teaching methods include interactive practical sessions, case studies, complemented by engaging online content and learning spaces. You will learn through direct experience, guided by leading academics and practitioners, ensuring your education is relevant and applied.

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.

Admission requirements

To be eligible for admission to this course, applicants must meet the following criteria.

Applicants must have one of the following:

• Completed Australian bachelor's degree or higher qualification, or overseas equivalent, in chemical sciences, biochemistry and cell biology, human biology, forensic science, or medical science

OR

• Relevant science-related professional experience AND Completion of any tertiary-level study demonstrating capacity to study the course

Supporting documentation to be submitted with the application

For applicants without a qualification in a relevant discipline:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Information regarding education background, such as evidence of completion of any tertiary-level study

The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is: IELTS Academic: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0; or TOEFL iBT: 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.

Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.

International students

This course is not offered to International students for direct entry. For more information, contact UTS International.

Visa requirement: To obtain a student visa to study in Australia, international students must enrol full time and on campus. Australian student visa regulations also require international students studying on student visas to complete the course within the standard full-time duration. Students can extend their courses only in exceptional circumstances.

To be eligible for admission to this course, applicants must meet the following criteria.

Applicants must have one of the following:

• Completed Australian bachelor's degree or higher qualification, or overseas equivalent, in chemical sciences, biochemistry and cell biology, human biology, forensic science, or medical science

OR

• Relevant science-related professional experience AND Completion of any tertiary-level study demonstrating capacity to study the course

Supporting documentation to be submitted with the application

For applicants without a qualification in a relevant discipline:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Information regarding education background, such as evidence of completion of any tertiary-level study

Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.