B Psychological and Social Sciences
    Graduate Diploma in Forensic Science

    Graduate Diploma in Forensic Science

    Duration1 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 29,125 / Year
    Next IntakeMay 11, 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

    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
    29,125 / year

    Graduate Diploma in Forensic Science

    Western Sydney University

    Western Sydney University

    Australia

    Australia, Sydney