Forensic biology (Bachelor of Forensic Science)

Major

Overview

The forensic biology major aims to provide you with the specific biological skills that are very important in the forensic science workplace. These biological-based skills complement the generic forensic science attributes developed in the core units of the course. Study in this area may lead to a career in forensic laboratories, entomology, research science, policing, and biological and food industries.

Students must complete a major sequence in either Forensic Biology or Forensic Chemistry in addition to the core unit requirements.

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Key information

Campuses

Waurn Ponds (Geelong)

Unit set code

MJ-S000049

Explore units

Units

  • Biochemistry
  • Forensic Genomics
  • Genetics and Genomics
  • Advanced Topics in Forensic Biology
  • Advanced Cell Biology
  • Genomes and Bioinformatics
  • ^Enrolment in a Trimester 3 study period is compulsory