Overview

This Master of Forensic Science (Professional Practice) course from Murdoch University will give you the skills you need to help in criminal investigations.

Build your expertise in specimen preparation, sources of contamination, quality assurance, statistical interpretation and the admissibility of evidence as you learn to prepare and deliver courtroom testimony..

Your career

You’ll graduate with the specialised skills you need to work with the police, national security and defence or other investigative authorities.

Careers could include:

Crime Scene or Forensic Investigator

Forensic Biologist

Forensic Chemist for Police, Fire and Emergency services

Forensic Analyst

Forensic Researcher (universities or government organisations).

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Fingerprinting Analysis

Forensic Genetics

Chemical Criminalistics

Advanced Research Methods for Scientists

Forensic Death and Homicide Investigation

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-27 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-02-23 00:00:00

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Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

60

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PTE Academic

50

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

36 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Perth, Australia

Disciplines

Forensic Science View 18 other Masters in Forensic Science in Australia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

60

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PTE Academic

50

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IELTS

6.5

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General requirements

CRICOS Code: 089467G
University level (AQF Level 7) qualification in Biological Sciences, Chemical Sciences, “Other Natural and Physical Sciences” or relevant Health related fields (Medical, Veterinary or Dental Studies, Nursing, Pharmacy or “Other Health”).
Majors in Criminology will be considered if they contain units in a Biological or Chemical Science (i.e. Crime Science) at the discretion of the Academic Chair.
Majors in Criminology or other non-cognate degrees that do not contain units in a Biological or Chemical Science cannot gain direct entry to the M1255 because they have not yet demonstrated scientific competency at tertiary level.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

43730 AUD / year

≈ 43730 AUD / year
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Citizens or residents

24720 AUD / year

≈ 24720 AUD / year

Living costs

Perth

Australia

1328 - 2367 AUD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

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Credits

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Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

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Tuition Fees

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