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    Graduate Diploma in Forensic Science
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    Graduate Diploma in Forensic Science

    Western Sydney University

    Western Sydney University

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    Australia, Sydney

    University RankQS Ranking
    384

    Key Facts

    Program Level

    Graduate Diploma

    Study Type

    Full Time

    Delivery

    Online

    Campuses

    Online

    Program Language

    English

    Start & Deadlines

    Next Intake Deadlines12-Jan-2026
    Apply to this program

    Go to the official application for the university

    Duration 1 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 41,219  / year
    Next Intake 12-Jan-2026

    Graduate Diploma in Forensic Science

    About

    The fully-online nature of the subjects and the flexibility available with subject selection means that the program can be adapted to suit applicants working or intending to work in areas that include forensic science laboratories, toxicology and pathology laboratories, drug assessment agencies, customs and border protection, law enforcement, and areas related to national security.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    B Psychological and Social Sciences

    Entry requirements for international students

    This program is not open to student visa holders.

    Please consult the handbook for more information regarding entry requirements for this course.

    You can read more about international academic entry requirements here.

    English Program Requirements

    All international students must have a good command of written and spoken English.

    If your first language is English or if you can provide satisfactory evidence that English was the medium of instruction in your secondary or tertiary studies (secondary or tertiary studies completed within 2 years at the time of your commencement at Western Sydney University), you may be considered as meeting the requirement of proficiency in English.

    If English is not your first language or was not the medium of instruction in your secondary or tertiary studies, you are required to demonstrate your proficiency in the English language by achieving a prescribed level in an approved English examination or test before you can receive a full offer of a place.

    IELTS (Academic version)

    6.5 overall score
    Minimum 6.0 in each subtest

    TOEFL Internet-based score

    Total score 82
    Writing 21, Speaking 18, Reading 13, Listening 13

    Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic

    58 overall
    No communication skills less than 50

    Career

    Career Opportunities

    As a graduate of this degree, you can look forward to a broad range of exciting career opportunities in different sectors and industries. Below are some examples of the possible careers you can pursue with this degree:

    • Forensic scientist
    • Forensic consultant
    • Private or environmental investigator
    • Scientific research
    • Chemical industry
    • Drug analyst

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee

    AUD 41,219 

    Application Fee

    AUD  
    Western Sydney University

    Graduate Diploma in Forensic Science

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