Master of Forensic Science (Professional Practice and Research)
Natural sciences, mathematics and statistics
If you have a degree in science, or a relevant bachelor's degree, this course will give you the skills you need to help in criminal investigations. Reconstruct crime scenes as you learn to collect, process and interpret biological, chemical and physical evidence. Build your expertise in specimen preparation, sources of contamination, quality assurance, statistical interpretation and the admissibility of evidence as you learn to prepare and deliver courtroom testimony. Youll complete a one-year r
Official- Duration
- 2 years
- Qualification
- Masters Degree (Coursework)
- AQF 9
- Campus
- Murdoch
- WA · +1 more campus
- Course code
- CRICOS 099647J
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Course overview
If you have a degree in science, or a relevant bachelor's degree, this course will give you the skills you need to help in criminal investigations. Reconstruct crime scenes as you learn to collect, process and interpret biological, chemical and physical evidence. Build your expertise in specimen preparation, sources of contamination, quality assurance, statistical interpretation and the admissibility of evidence as you learn to prepare and deliver courtroom testimony. Youll complete a one-year research project within your master's degree, giving you specialist knowledge about a topic, and setting you up for potential progression to further research to a PhD.
Entry requirements
Requirements are recorded per intake year and per audience. Meeting them does not guarantee an offer.
Most postgraduate coursework courses require a relevant undergraduate degree; some may accept or require relevant professional work experience.
English language
Band minimums apply in addition to the overall score.
- IELTS AcademicOverall 6L 6 · R 6 · W 6 · S 6
- TOEFL iBTOverall 60L 18 · R 18 · W 18 · S 18
- PTE AcademicOverall 50L 50 · R 50 · W 50 · S 50
- Cambridge C1 AdvancedOverall 169L 169 · R 169 · W 169 · S 169
- Cambridge C2 ProficiencyOverall 169L 169 · R 169 · W 169 · S 169
Additional requirements
Academic entry requirement
Most postgraduate coursework courses require a relevant undergraduate degree; some may accept or require relevant professional work experience.
Intakes and tuition
Tuition is recorded per intake with the institution's own basis. Superseded rows are kept so fee changes stay visible.
| Intake | Campus | Starts | Applications close | Tuition | For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 · Rolling intake | — | — | — | $41,640per year | International students |
Where it is taught
References
Official course page, institution website and the sources behind this profile.
- Master of Forensic Science (Professional Practice and Research)murdoch.edu.au
- Murdoch Universitymurdoch.edu.au
- Admissions and Pathways Guide 2027Official source
- Murdoch University Undergraduate Course Guide 2026–2027Official source
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