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Introduction to Forensics

Use scientific methods to find evidence around the ‘how’, ‘when’ and ‘who’. Study forensic criminology and discover how to navigate criminal investigations from crime scenes to the court system.

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University of South Australia

UndergraduateUSA-JUST2013

Policing Investigations and Intelligence

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Starts 01 Apr 2024, 16 Sep 2024

Curtin University

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Starts 26 Aug 2024

University of New England

UndergraduateUNE-FSC102

Fundamentals in Forensic Science

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University of South Australia

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Starts 16 Sep 2024

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Griffith University

Upskill to confidently identify dishonest wealth generation

Build skills to detect and report financial crime. You’ll learn about current financial crimes including money laundering and terrorism financing. Unpack the financial services industry’s obligations. Keep up with evolving technology and regulations.

100% online

6 months full time or part time equivalent

Griffith University

PostgraduateGRF-FMH-MAS

Master of Forensic Mental Health

This degree is a collaboration with the Queensland Health Department's School of Mental Health

Become a highly valued forensic mental health specialist able to practise at an advanced level. Study assessment, legislation and policies, research and evaluation. Examine interventions with offenders, justice and crime, law and behaviour.

100% online

Approx. 1.5 years full time or part time equivalent

Griffith University

Become a recognised forensic mental health specialist

Gain a broad knowledge of forensic mental health and its overlap with the criminal justice system and mental health services. For psychologists, social workers, nurses and psychiatrists to be able to practice at an advanced level.

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6 months full time or part time equivalent

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