Bachelor of Forensic Science (Honours)
Course summary for current students
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| Award granted | Bachelor of Forensic Science (Honours) |
|---|---|
| Campus | Offered at Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus |
| Duration | 1 year full-time or part-time equivalent |
| CRICOS course code | 060342C |
| Deakin course code | S401 |
Course sub-headings
Course overview
The Bachelor of Forensic Science (Honours) course is designed for high-achieving students and aims to provide formal training in the skills and techniques essential to modern forensic science, including the examination and presentation of scientific evidence to solve crimes.
Normally an overall level of academic performance at 65% or greater in level 3 units within the Bachelor of Forensic Science is required to be eligible to join the honours program.
Fees and charges
Unit fees can be viewed within individual unit descriptions. You can search for a unit using the Unit Search.
Please be aware:
- Fees are calculated on a per unit basis
- Fees charged will depend on the individual units chosen
- Fees per unit/credit point may increase annually due to rises in the cost of course delivery and services
Course rules
To be awarded a Bachelor of Forensic Science, (Honours) students must complete a total of 8 credit points. The course may be completed by full-time study or part-time equivalent.
Course structure
Students must complete the following core units:
Level 1
Trimester 1
| SLE410 | Advanced Topics in Forensic Science A (G) |
| SLE411 | Honours Research Thesis A (G) |
Trimester 2
| SLE412 | Advanced Topics in Forensic Science B (G) |
| SLE413 | Honours Research Thesis B (G) |
Note: All units consist of 2 credit points.
