Bachelor of Science (Forensic and Analytical Science)

Bachelor

Use chemistry and biology to analyse evidence, help investigate crime and contribute to justice.

Key details

Degree Type

Bachelor

Duration

3 years full-time

Course Code

234281, 023581F

Study Mode

In person

Intake Months

Mar, Jul

Domestic Fees

$9,100 per year

International Fees

$41,400 per year

About this course

Study Forensic and Analytical Science at Flinders

Use chemistry and biology to analyse evidence, help investigate crime and contribute to justice.

Undertake one of two streams. Forensic and analytical chemistry combines the practices of analytical chemistry and forensic investigation. Forensic biology uses aspects of life sciences to examine biological material in a forensic context. The degree weaves core analytical skills with the principles, knowledge and practices of forensic biology and forensic chemistry.

Study locations

Bedford Park

Career pathways

Your career

Forensic and analytical science opens career options in areas such as illicit drug testing, DNA analysis, trace evidence examination and toxicology.

Potential occupations include:

forensic chemist, forensic biologist or forensic
toxicologist
analytical chemist
forensic technical assistant
formulation chemist
graduate chemist.

Potential employer sectors include:

forensic agencies, analytical laboratories
government agencies
chemical, pharmaceutical, food and beverage, environmental laboratoriess.

Potential employers include:

Forensic Science SA
Australian Federal Police
Defence Science and Technology Group
Victorian Institute of Forensic Medicine

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