Overview

This Science programme from Griffith University is designed to provide you with a thorough training in applied scientific research and methodology and will also prepare you for higher degree studies and professional employment. The programme consists of both theoretical and practical coursework, as well as a research dissertation. You will complete advanced coursework prior to completing the research component.The coursework will provide a critical evaluation of research and presentation, develop your knowledge and understanding of statistical analyses techniques as applied to scientific research, and develop an awareness of research proposal design and background. You will have the opportunity to develop a research proposal including aims, methodology and a literature review.

You will undertake a major research project under the supervision of one of our leading researchers. The programme has ten different majors aligned to the discipline strengths of the School, including Applied Mathematics, Archaeological Science, Biomedical Science, Bioscience, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Food Security, Forensic Science, Marine Science and Physics.

Career

This programme will provide students with advanced cutting-edge theoretical knowledge in their chosen area together with the practical and research skills necessary for employment in the industry and/or research laboratories.

For information about potential employment and career pathways as a Master of Science graduate, please visit the Research Graduate Outcomes website.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research Design and Methods

Scientific Data Analysis

Strategies for Effective Science Communication

Exploring the Literature

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-22 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-03-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-09 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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60

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

160 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Brisbane, Australia

Disciplines

Forensic Science Marine Science View 19 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.

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79

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60

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6.5

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General requirements

Cricos code - 085930K

a Bachelor of Science within a relevant science discipline (Applied Mathematics, Archaeological Science, Biomedical Science, Bioscience, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Forensic Science, Marine Science, Physics) with a GPA of 5.0 or better.

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Tuition Fees

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45000 AUD / year

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43499 AUD / year

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Living costs

Brisbane

Australia

1402 - 2528 AUD / month

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