SLE208 - Forensic Biology

Unit details

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Enrolment modes:(G)
Credit point(s):1
Previously coded as:

SBF208

EFTSL value:0.125
Unit chair:

M Harvey

Prerequisite:Any four level one units
Corequisite:

SLE010

Contact hours: 2 x 1 hour lectures per week, 3 x 3 hour practical classes per trimester

Note:

Online teaching methods require internet access. Please refer to the most current computer specifications.

Content

This unit will focus on a range of biological topics relevant to forensic science, which will include forensic serology, botany, entomology, biological techniques other than DNA analysis, and modern approaches to DNA analysis.

Assessment

Final examination 45%, mid-trimester test 25%, case report 15%, PowerPoint presentation on a topic of interest 15%

Unit Fee Information

Student Contribution Rate*Student Contribution Rate**Student Contribution Rate***Fee rate - Domestic Students Fee rate - International students
$565$565$1006$3450$3260

* Student contribution rate for Commonwealth Supported students who commenced studies from 2010
** Student contribution rate for Commonwealth Supported students who commenced studies from 2009
*** Student contribution rate for Commonwealth Supported students who commenced studies from 2008
Please note: Unit fees listed do not apply to Deakin Prime students.