Forensic Science (Forensic Molecular Biology), Bachelor

Forensic investigators are skilled, dedicated professionals with the ability to keep an open mind and concentrate on hard evidence. In this degree, you will explore science in real life and receive training in handling criminal casework in forensic biology and forensic chemistry.You will develop in-depth knowledge of new forensic analysis methods and innovations, and gain valuable experience from real casework. You will practisepresenting expert evidence in moot courts. You will learn from academic staff who have been called to work on projects such as the forensic identification of victims of the Asian tsunami and the Bali bombings, and who provide expert evidence in Australian courts.In your first year, you will take core courses in biology, chemistry, molecular genetics and forensic investigation. In your second and third years, you willfocus on your chosen major and continue to develop your skills in core areas.

Majors

• Forensic Chemistry
• Forensic Molecular Biology