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This course develops educated practitioners who gain academic knowledge and practical skills in forensic investigations, supported by a unique combination of criminology, justice and science units that relate to forensic investigations. The course is recommended for students seeking a rigorous and relevant academic program of study containing a high level of practical skills. In addition to an excellent grounding in the basic sciences and coronial law, students are exposed to experts in specialised area of forensics, laboratory techniques and advocacy. A principle of this course is to provide units and content closely aligned with the contemporary technology, equipment, techniques, procedures and law needed for effective forensic investigations. Students will find their studies located in both scientific and criminology frameworks that will enhance their forensic investigation skills and will be closely linked to research in forensic science.
This course information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester. In particular please check the course requirements and the unit and unit set offerings, as these differ according to course delivery location.
Academic admission standard for the following entry pathways:
Students will be required to attend Joondalup and Mount Lawley.
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| PHO1125 | Camera Work and Lighting | 15 |
| CRI1111 | Law and Order | 15 |
| CRI1100 | Essential Skills for University Study in Criminology and Law | 15 |
| SCI1187 ^ | Form and Function in Biology | 15 |
| Or | ||
| SCC1123 ^ | Chemistry for the Life Sciences | 15 |
| Or | ||
| SCC1111 ^ | General Chemistry | 15 |
Note: Students who have not completed TEE or equivalent chemistry should enrol into one of the two chemistry units instead of SCI1187 Form and Function in Biology.
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| CRI1105 | Psychology and Criminal Justice | 15 |
| SCH1143 | Systems Physiology | 15 |
| SCH2142 | Forensic Genetics | 15 |
| SCC1226 | Introduction to Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry | 15 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| CRI2101 | Professional Skills - Case Management | 15 |
| CRI2107 | Foundations of Criminal Law | 15 |
| SCH1134 | Human Structure and Function | 15 |
| SCP1134 ^ | Foundations of Physics | 15 |
| Or | ||
| SCC2211 ^ | Organic Chemistry | 15 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| SCH2143 | Forensic Skills | 15 |
| SCH2141 | Advanced Biomedical Techniques | 15 |
| CRI3108 | Justice and Forensic Science | 15 |
| Plus 1 unit from: | ||
| PHO2103 ^ | Studio Work | 15 |
| CSI1101 ^ | Computer Security | 15 |
| CRI1104 ^ | The Psychology of Criminal Behaviour | 15 |
| LAW2605 ^ | Security and the Law | 15 |
| SCC2301 ^ | Forensic and Analytical Chemistry | 15 |
| SCH2111 ^ | Applied Physiology | 15 |
Or an equivalent unit
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| SCH3216 | Advanced Forensic Skills | 15 |
| LAW3600 | Coronial Law and Mortuary Practice | 15 |
| CRI3101 | Professional Ethics | 15 |
| Plus 1 unit from: | ||
| SCH2235 ^ * | Applied Microbiology | 15 |
| SCH2232 ^ | Medical Biochemistry | 15 |
| SCI3309 ^ | Biological and Chemical Hazards | 15 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| SCH3217 | Forensic Methodology | 15 |
| LAW3900 | Expert Evidence | 15 |
| SCH3236 | Pharmacology | 15 |
| Plus 1 unit from: | ||
| CSG2305 ^ | Computer Forensics | 15 |
| CSI3207 ^ | Network Security Fundamentals | 15 |
| SCH2226 ^ | Human Molecular Genetics | 15 |
| SCH2232 ^ | Medical Biochemistry | 15 |
| SCH2235 ^ * | Applied Microbiology | 15 |
| SCI3206 ^ | Environmental Investigation and Monitoring | 15 |
^ Core Option
* Students will be assessed to see if they have achieved the ECU minimum standard of English language proficiency in this unit. Students who don't meet the minimum standard will be provided with appropriate English language support and development.
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
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