C10244v1 Bachelor of Forensic Science in Applied Chemistry
Award(s): Bachelor of Forensic Science in Applied Chemistry (BForSc)UAC code: 607020
CRICOS code: 061246F
Commonwealth supported place?: Yes
Load credit points: 144
Course EFTSL: 3
Location: City campus
Overview
Course aims
Career options
Assumed knowledge
Course duration and attendance
Course structure
Course completion requirements
Course program
Honours
Professional recognition
Other information
Overview
This course prepares students for entry to professional work in the field of applied chemistry or as specialists in the forensic science area. It includes a foundation in the basic sciences, with in-depth development of chemistry and analytical sciences and forensic techniques, emphasising forensic applications.
UTS was the first university in Australia to offer a specialist undergraduate degree in forensic science. The course draws on UTS's strong expertise in both forensic science and chemistry to produce graduates who can gain employment in either field. Facilities and equipment are world-class, with internationally recognised teaching, research and access to leading forensic scientists. The course has strong links with the federal and state police services, national and international forensic institutions and the analytical industry.
Course aims
This course aims to produce professional forensic scientists and chemists with highly adaptable and practical scientific skills, accompanied by a thorough grounding in theory.
Career options
Career options include positions in the police service, in state and federal law enforcement agencies, in government and private forensic or drug detection laboratories, in environmental protection agencies and in pharmaceutical and chemical industries.
Assumed knowledge
Mathematics; any two units of English; and any two units of science.
HSC Mathematics Extension 1; Chemistry; Physics are recommended.
Course duration and attendance
Students can complete the course over three years full time. Full-time attendance involves approximately 24 hours each week on campus. Students may also be able to complete the course in part-time mode, usually at the rate of two subjects per semester (a 50 per cent load) taking six years to complete. Part-time students are required to attend some sessions in daytime hours.
Students are also encouraged to undertake the Diploma in Scientific Practice (C20038).
Course structure
The course comprises 144 credit points of study. Stages 1–4 (the first two years) of the program are similar, though not identical, to the Bachelor of Science (Applied Chemistry major) (C10242). Stages 5–6 (the final year) are strongly focused on forensic studies.
Industrial training/professional practice
The Diploma in Scientific Practice (C20038) is an industrial experience program requiring a year of work experience taken in conjunction with 12 credit points of subjects. It is not offered to international students.
Course completion requirements
| 33190 Mathematical Modelling for Science | 6cp | |
| 65111 Chemistry 1 | 6cp | |
| 68101 Foundations of Physics | 6cp | |
| Select one of the following: | 6cp | |
| 91161 Cell Biology and Genetics | 6cp | |
| 91107 The Biosphere | 6cp | |
| 33290 Statistics and Mathematics for Science | 6cp | |
| 65212 Chemistry 2 | 6cp | |
| 65242 Principles of Forensic Science | 6cp | |
| Select one of the following: | 6cp | |
| 68070 Introduction to Materials | 6cp | |
| 68201 Physics in Action | 6cp | |
| 91400 Human Anatomy and Physiology | 6cp | |
| 65202 Organic Chemistry 1 | 6cp | |
| 65410 Chemical Safety and Legislation | 6cp | |
| 65307 Physical Chemistry 1 | 6cp | |
| 65342 Crime Scene Investigation | 6cp | |
| 65508 Organic Chemistry 2 | 6cp | |
| 65411 Inorganic Chemistry 1 | 6cp | |
| 65306 Analytical Chemistry 1 | 6cp | |
| 65412 Physical Evidence | 6cp | |
| 65409 Analytical Chemistry 2 | 6cp | |
| 65544 Chemical Criminalistics | 6cp | |
| 65545 Forensic Toxicology | 6cp | |
| 65607 Physical Chemistry 2 | 6cp | |
| 65606 Analytical Chemistry 3 | 6cp | |
| 65643 Chemistry and Pharmacology of Recreational Drugs | 6cp | |
| 65644 Fire and Explosion Investigation | 6cp | |
| Select 6 credit points from the following options: | 6cp | |
| 35255 Forensic Statistics | 6cp | |
| 65509 Inorganic Chemistry 2 | 6cp | |
| 67305 Polymer Science | 6cp | |
| Total | 144cp |
Course program
The course commences in Autumn semester. The example program shown assumes full-time attendance.
| Year 1 | ||
| Autumn semester | ||
| 33190 Mathematical Modelling for Science | 6cp | |
| 65111 Chemistry 1 | 6cp | |
| 68101 Foundations of Physics | 6cp | |
| Select one of the following: | 6cp | |
| 91161 Cell Biology and Genetics | 6cp | |
| 91107 The Biosphere | 6cp | |
| Spring semester | ||
| 33290 Statistics and Mathematics for Science | 6cp | |
| 65212 Chemistry 2 | 6cp | |
| 65242 Principles of Forensic Science | 6cp | |
| Select one of the following: | 6cp | |
| 68070 Introduction to Materials | 6cp | |
| 68201 Physics in Action | 6cp | |
| 91400 Human Anatomy and Physiology | 6cp | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Autumn semester | ||
| 65202 Organic Chemistry 1 | 6cp | |
| 65410 Chemical Safety and Legislation | 6cp | |
| 65307 Physical Chemistry 1 | 6cp | |
| 65342 Crime Scene Investigation | 6cp | |
| Spring semester | ||
| 65508 Organic Chemistry 2 | 6cp | |
| 65411 Inorganic Chemistry 1 | 6cp | |
| 65306 Analytical Chemistry 1 | 6cp | |
| 65412 Physical Evidence | 6cp | |
| Year 3 | ||
| Autumn semester | ||
| 65409 Analytical Chemistry 2 | 6cp | |
| 65544 Chemical Criminalistics | 6cp | |
| 65545 Forensic Toxicology | 6cp | |
| Select one of the following: | 6cp | |
| 35255 Forensic Statistics | 6cp | |
| 65509 Inorganic Chemistry 2 | 6cp | |
| 67305 Polymer Science | 6cp | |
| Spring semester | ||
| 65607 Physical Chemistry 2 | 6cp | |
| 65606 Analytical Chemistry 3 | 6cp | |
| 65643 Chemistry and Pharmacology of Recreational Drugs | 6cp | |
| 65644 Fire and Explosion Investigation | 6cp | |
Honours
The Bachelor of Forensic Science (Honours) in Applied Chemistry (C09050) is available as an additional year to meritorious students.
Professional recognition
Royal Australian Chemical Institute; Australian and New Zealand Forensic Science Society
Other information
Further information is available from:
telephone +61 2 9514 1756
fax +61 2 9514 8075
Service Desk https://servicedesk.uts.edu.au
