35255 Forensic Statistics

6cp; 5hpw
Requisite(s): 35151 Introduction to Statistics OR 33116 Statistical Design and Analysis OR 33230 Mathematical Modelling 2 OR 33290 Statistics and Mathematics for Science
These requisites may not apply to students in certain courses. See access conditions.

This subject covers the application of statistical techniques and probability models to forensic cases in the areas of uncertainty, significance and coincidence probabilities, discrimination in discrete and continuous data, relevant population grouping and the analysis of genetic profiles and lineages. The above is illustrated with reference to practical examples and databases of forensic evidence.

Typical availability

Spring semester, City campus (2008)
Autumn semester, City campus (from 2009)

Fee information

2008 contribution for post-2008 Commonwealth-supported students: $907.50
Note: Students who commenced prior to 1 January 2008 should consult the Student contribution charges for Commonwealth supported students
Not all students are eligible for Commonwealth Supported places.

2008 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $2,490.00

Note: Fees for Postgraduate domestic fee-paying students and international students are charged according to the course they are enrolled in. Students should refer to the Annual Fees Schedule.

Subject EFTSL: 0.125

Access conditions

Note: The requisite information presented in this subject description covers only academic requisites. Full details of all enforced rules, covering both academic and admission requisites, are available at Access conditions and My Student Admin.