Bachelor of Forensic Science / Bachelor of International Studies
University of Technology Sydney (UTS)
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00099F
The Bachelor of Forensic Science Bachelor of International Studies prepares you for professional and specialist work in the discipline of forensic science. You will build a solid foundation of skills and knowledge in the enabling sciences, complemented by an in-depth understanding of forensic science in the context of their chosen discipline. In the International Studies component, you select one of six languages (Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, or Spanish) and one of the following three pathways: Language, Culture & the Professional World, Language; Culture & Global Exchange; and International Honours.
Structure
Students must complete 240 credit points of study made up of 48 credit points of core subjects, a 72-credit-point major choice, 24 credit points of electives and 96 credit points of country choice. Students spend their fourth year at a university overseas. This course is offered on a five-year, full-time basis.
Subjects
- 65242: Principles of Forensic Science: 65342: Crime Scene Investigation: 35255: Forensic Statistics: 65312: Forensic Imaging: 65313: Forensic Intelligence: 65314: Complex Cases: 65315: Forensic Research Project: 65316: Criminalistics
Standard entry requirements
Applicants must have completed an Australian Year 12 qualification, Australian Qualifications Framework Diploma, or equivalent Australian or overseas qualification at the required level. Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place. English language requirements IELTS Academic: overall 6.5, writing 6.0 TOEFL iBT: overall 79, writing 21 UTS College AE5: Pass Pearson PTE: overall 58, writing 50 Cambridge C1A/C2P: overall 176, writing 169
Study pathways
The Bachelor of Forensic Science (Honours) is available to eligible students with an additional one year of full-time study.
Further information
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.
