C09149v3 Bachelor of Forensic Science Bachelor of International Studies (Honours)
Award(s): Bachelor of Forensic Science (BForSc)Bachelor of International Studies (Honours) (BIntSt(Hon))
CRICOS code: 106912A
Commonwealth supported place?: Yes
Load credit points: 240
Course EFTSL: 5
Location: City campus
Notes
This is an exit-only course. There is no direct admission to it. Current UTS students may be able to submit an Internal Course Transfer (Graduating) application to exit with this course. See the Course transfer page for further details.
Overview
Course aims
Career options
Course intended learning outcomes
Inherent requirements
Assumed knowledge
Course duration and attendance
Course structure
Course completion requirements
Levels of award
Honours
Other information
Overview
The Bachelor of Forensic Science Bachelor of International Studies (Honours) is an exit-point for students who have completed the International Honours pathway within the Bachelor of Forensic Science Bachelor of International Studies (C10388).
The Bachelor of Forensic Science Bachelor of International Studies (Honours) prepares students for professional and specialist work in the discipline of forensic science. Students build a solid foundation of skills and knowledge in the enabling sciences, complemented by an in-depth understanding of forensic science in the context of their chosen discipline. Development of critical thinking and problem-solving skills is a focus of the degree, with graduates in high demand from a diverse range of industries and organisations.
In the fourth year of the combined degree, International Honours students spend an academic year studying in the local language at a university in the country of their major and also complete an honours level research project under the supervision of a relevant UTS academic.
Entry to the International Honours pathway is dependent on students maintaining a credit average (or higher) in both their International Studies and professional degree in their first three years of study, and on the availability of placements in particular majors.
This course provides students with a thorough understanding of how forensic science can solve and prevent crime. This is a hands-on course using world-class facilities that are modelled on operational laboratories. The course is well regarded nationally and internationally, with strong links to industries such as the federal and state police services, national and international forensic institutions, and government laboratories.
Course aims
This course aims to produce professional forensic scientists with highly adaptable scientific skills, accompanied by a thorough grounding in theory and practice.
Career options
Career options depend on the selected major but may include positions in the police service, state and federal law enforcement agencies, government and private forensic or drug detection laboratories, customs, quarantine services, environmental protection agencies, pharmaceutical, chemical and analytical industries, DNA testing laboratories, medical diagnostic laboratories, hospitals or corporate multinationals providing forensic, medical or research services, digital forensic laboratories, scene of crime officers. The international perspective provided by the international studies component enhances global opportunities.
Course intended learning outcomes
| 1.1 | Demonstrate a command of forensic science practice, including the detection, collection, and analysis of traces in order to exploit and integrate the results of analyses into investigative, evaluative and intelligence frameworks. |
| 2.1 | Apply investigative, critical thinking and problem-solving skills to forensic science problems and design experimental methods to test hypotheses and critically analyse and interpret data. |
| 3.1 | Practise safe, ethical, and professional conduct with consideration for the role of forensic science in addressing current and future challenges faced by law enforcement, the legal system, security, and the wider community. |
| 4.1 | Apply forensic science professional skills with a high degree of personal autonomy and reflection to demonstrate initiative and innovative thinking in solving complex forensic problems. |
| 5.1 | Demonstrate skills in communicating experimental conclusions, expert opinion, and the justification of professional decisions related to forensic science processes effectively to expert, scientific, and non-expert audiences. |
| 6.1 | Demonstrate an appreciation of historical and contemporary Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Knowledges relevant to forensic science and integrate these knowledges into professional practice. |
| INT.1.1 | Understand and employ effective strategies to operate within professional and everyday settings across diverse cultures in Australia and internationally. |
| INT.2.1 | Conduct a major independent applied research project using advanced theoretical and specialised knowledge into international aspects of contemporary societies and cultures. |
| INT.2.2 | Evaluate critically research findings and creatively use applied research methods to understand complex problems. |
| INT.3.1 | Understand and engage with cultural diversities in Australia and internationally. |
| INT.4.1 | Apply knowledge of Indigenous peoples, cultures, languages and histories to practice in Australian and internationally. |
| INT.5.1 | Engage critically with current issues to act in socially responsible ways in Australian and international settings. |
| INT.6.1 | Communicate clearly and effectively in written and spoken language using diverse digital technologies. |
Key
INT = International Studies
Inherent requirements
Inherent requirements are academic and non-academic requirements that are essential to the successful completion of a course. For more information about inherent requirements and where prospective and current students can get assistance and advice regarding these, see the UTS Inherent requirements page.
Prospective and current students should carefully read the Inherent Requirements Statement below and consider whether they might experience challenges in successfully completing this course.
UTS will make reasonable adjustments to teaching and learning, assessment, professional experiences, course related work experience and other course activities to facilitate maximum participation by students with disabilities, carer responsibilities, and religious or cultural obligations in their courses.
For course specific information see the Bachelor of International Studies Diploma in Languages Inherent (Essential) Requirements Statement.
Assumed knowledge
2-unit mathematics; any two units of English; and any two units of science.
There are no prior language requirements for the international studies program. During their first year of study students complete a language survey to ensure they commence their language and culture study at the appropriate level.
HSC Mathematics Extension 1; Chemistry; Physics are recommended.
Course duration and attendance
This course is offered on a five-year, full time basis. Students spend two sessions of study at a university or other higher education institution in the country of their major.
Course structure
Students must complete 240 credit points of study made up of 48 credit points of core subjects, a 72-credit-point major choice, 24 credit points of electives and 96 credit points of International Studies subjects.
International Studies (96 credit points)
- Intercultural Communication (8 credit points)
- International Research Methods (8 credit points)
- Contemporary Society subject (8 credit points)
- Language and Culture subjects (32 credit points)
- International Honours (40 credit points)
Overseas study
International Honours students spend a full year at a relevant partner university where they complete an honours level research project.
Industrial training/professional practice
Students studying this course have an opportunity to undertake an internship subject and receive academic credit for their placement off campus (an external business or research institute) or on campus (UTS research institutes or departments), in a capacity relevant to their academic studies.
Course completion requirements
| STM91953 Scientist's Tool Kit (Forensic Science) BForSc | 48cp | |
| CBK91225 Major choice | 72cp | |
| CBK92300 Electives (Science UG) | 24cp | |
| CBK92058 Country and Language choice (Honours) | 96cp | |
| Total | 240cp |
Levels of award
The Bachelor of International Studies (Honours) may be awarded with first class honours, second class honours division 1, second class honours division 2, and Pass level.
The calculation of the Honours level is based upon the 48 credit points of study completed in the UTS subjects 999781 International Research Methods, In-country Study and Fieldwork Project 1 and In-country Study and Fieldwork Project 2, all completed while students are overseas on In-country Study.
Honours
The Bachelor of Forensic Science (Honours) (C09100) is available to eligible students with an additional one year of full-time study.
Other information
Further information is available from:
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