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undergraduate

Degree

Bachelor of Science (Medical, Molecular and Forensic Sciences) - Forensic Biology and Toxicology

Course code: #B1380

undergraduate

Degree

Bachelor of Science (Medical, Molecular and Forensic Sciences) - Forensic Biology and Toxicology

Quick facts

  • Annual tuition (2022)

    $31,200 AUD

  • Application fee

    Free

  • Duration

    3 years

  • PSW

    3 years

  • Min GPA

    60 out of 100

  • CRICOS code

    0101675

Deadlines

Term start& deadline Deadline
Summer-January 31-December-2022 2022-12-31
Winter-June 31-May-2023 2023-05-31
Summer-January 31-December-2023 2023-12-31
Winter-June 31-May-2024 2024-05-31

Overview

Bachelor of Science (Medical, Molecular and Forensic Sciences) - Forensic Biology and Toxicology

Put your curiosity to work as you investigate crime from a scientific viewpoint. 

This course at Murdoch University is unique in WA as it focuses on biology, life sciences, and forensic science, including DNA analysis and Toxicology.

Industry terms such as: 

Forensic palynology (the use of pollen grains to connect a suspect to a crime scene), forensic anthropology (the identification of skeletal remains), and forensic entomology (the insects that decompose human remains) will become part of your professional vocabulary

You will learn the dynamics of blood pattern analysis and test your knowledge in the lab, exploring your fingerprints and features used for identification. 

You’ll also investigate wildlife crime through DNA analysis using the same techniques to identify elephant ivory and rhino horn.

Using the latest cutting-edge analytical technology, you will learn how to identify toxins in body fluids and contaminated products, helping you piece together crimes.

Along with the technical skills, you will also get hands-on experience with forensic DNA profiling and analysing human profiles in simulated casework.

Get hands-on experience as you apply DNA profiling and other forensic techniques from the lab to simulated crime scenes.

Estimate your cost

Residency
Count of person

$38,900

Total costs

yearly

Details


Cost of living 1 person $10,620
Accommodation 1 bed room $7,700
Tuition 1 person $31,200

Hourly wage

Min wage

23.23 AUD / 1 hour

in Australia every student can work 48 hour per fortnight

Required documents

  • Academic Transcripts and Certificates of Completion (both original and English translated)
  • English Language Proficiency Document (if available)
  • Passport or visa documents

Language requirements

GRE
not required
GMAT
not required

IELTS

6
6
listening
6
writing
6
speaking
6
reading

TOEFL

73
18
listening
18
writing
18
speaking
18
reading

PTE

50
50
listening
50
writing
50
speaking
50
reading

Cambridge

169
169
listening
169
writing
169
speaking
169
reading
Language pathway (conditional offer) is available
Eligible to apply without language certificate

Suppose you do not currently meet Murdoch's minimum English or academic requirements. In that case, the university has a range of options available through the following partner institutions that can help you meet the admission requirements and get you into a Murdoch degree:

  • Phoenix Academy
  • Academies Australasia
  • NIT Australia
  • Canning College

Phoenix Academy is one of Murdoch University’s Preferred Pathway Partners to offer both English and Academic programs.

Upon completing all AEP course requirements, you are eligible for direct entry at either an undergraduate or postgraduate course with no IELTS test required at Murdoch University (some course exclusions may apply).

International students can also use the internet-based Phoenix English Proficiency Test (iPEPT) for direct entry into Murdoch's courses for all 2022 intakes and 2023 Trimester 1, Trimester 2 and Semester 1 intakes.

PHOENIX CLASS LEVEL COMPARISON TABLE

Class Description CEFR*iPEPT* LevelExpected progress

approx. TOFEL Band Score Equivalent 

iBT

approx. IELTS Band Score EquivalentRecommended Entry Point for further study
BeginnerSurvivalAl10%6-10 wks0-291 
Elementary Al+20%6-10 wks 2 
Pre-Intermediate ASocialA230%6-10 wks30-403 
Pre-Intermediate B A2+35%6-10 wks 3.5 
Intermediate AVocationalB140%6-10 wks41-524 
Intermediate B B1+50%6-10 wks615 
Upper-IntermediateAcademicB255%6-10 wks715.5 
Pre-Advanced/ Express English B2+60%6-10 wks79-806

Bachelor Degree; Cambridge C AE; Internship; Postgraduate Coursework

*exceptions are Bachelor of Law, Bachelor of Nursing, Veterinary Science, Bachelor of Education

Advanced ATechnicalCl65%6-10 wks88-896.5Postgraduate Research
Advanced B Cl+70%6-10 wks92-937CELTA 
Expert AExpertC275%6-10 wks96 -1107.5+DELTA, TAE
Expert B C2+80%6-10 wks111-1207.5+ 

Academic background and requirement

Australian High School Diploma or equivalent

India:

All India Senior School Certificate OR Equivalent Higher Secondary Certificate :

  • Min 60% average in best 4 academic subjects – for Class XII (Senior Secondary) qualifications and Min 65% average in best 4 academic subjects – for Higher Secondary Certificate or equivalent

China:

  • National College Entrance Exam (Gao Kao): 63%  (e.g. 472.5/750 or 378/600)
  • Global Assessment Certificate (GAC): minimum overall GPA of 2.6

Iran:

  • National Entrance Exam (Konkur): Successful completion
  • High School Diploma: Theoretical Stream only with a minimum of 14 points
  • Pre-University Certificate OR High School Diploma: No direct entry

 

Western Australian Universities’ Foundation Program (WAUFP):

The Western Australian Universities’ Foundation Program (WAUFP) provides international students with a reliable pathway into leading universities. 

It’s provided on behalf of the University of Western Australia, Curtin University, Murdoch University and Edith Cowan University.

This program guarantees entry into government and private universities throughout Australia, providing you also meet the university entry requirements. 

You’ll have a choice of universities and undergraduate courses.

Career opportunities

  • Crime Scene Officer
  • Forensic Biologist
  • Forensic Investigator
  • Forensic Toxicologist
  • Wildlife Forensics Officer

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