Deakin University’s Bachelor of Forensic Science exposes students to the full scope of modern forensic science, from simulated crime scenes to courtroom presentations. With a strong focus on practical training, they will graduate with the skills needed to confidently examine, interpret and present forensic evidence. Students will enhance their courtroom skills by building knowledge of the science behind criminal investigations and gain practical experience in the university's unique crime scene training facility.
Forensic science at Deakin University is a comprehensive and flexible degree. Students will cover a wide range of disciplines including illicit drugs analysis, DNA analysis and more. They can customize their degree to their interests by selecting to specialize in forensic biology or forensic chemistry. Students will then learn how to apply modern forensic analysis in authentic environments like Deakin University’s purpose-built training facilities.
Alongside extensive practical training, students will explore a range of disciplines throughout their course, including:
- toxicology
- analysis of illicit drugs
- DNA analysis
- bloodstain pattern analysis
- entomology
- decomposition
Taking students' technical skills into the field, they will experience crime scene examination and evidence collection to laboratory analysis, interpretation of results and communication of their findings to investigators, including presenting evidence in a moot court.
Students will complement their technical knowledge and be better prepared to present in court by developing a strong understanding of the Australian legal system, including how law is developed, criminal and civil law, and the laws of evidence.
This course has extensive industry links with local and Australian forensic organizations, and features guest speakers from leaders in the field. Industry connections are leveraged to put students right in the middle of real-world forensic science environments.
The Bachelor of Forensic Science is professionally accredited by the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences. Deakin University is the first university in the Asia-Pacific region and the only university in Australia to offer professionally accredited forensic sciences courses, meaning, students can potentially work anywhere in the world. They can enhance their networking opportunities further by applying for membership of the Australian and New Zealand Forensic Science Society (ANZFSS).
