Forensics courses

Criminologists explore the psychological and social factors that lead to crime. Their focus is the ‘why’ of criminal behaviour. Forensic professionals step in after a crime has been committed. Their focus is the ‘how’, ‘when’ and ‘what’. Both are crucial in identifying the ‘who’.

Learn more about the fields of criminal psychology vs forensic psychology.

Forensics courses cover a wide range of topics, so the details of what you’ll learn will depend on your chosen course.

Broadly, you can expect to graduate from an online forensics course with an understanding of:

• forensic mental health

• investigative best practice

• courts and corrections

• forensic crime and crime trends

• forensic science

If a course in forensics doesn’t feel like the right fit, consider what elements of the field appeal to you. Then explore the following options:

Need a hand finding the right course for you? Our friendly student advisors offer personalised advice so you can enrol in the course that’s right for you. Book a call today.

If you work in forensics, no two days are the same. Your work might involve supporting police at crime scenes, conducting evidence analysis in a lab, and providing expert testimony in court.

The field of forensics is wide. If you’re not ready to commit to a full course in forensics, you can explore single subjects to find the specialism that’s right for you.

An online forensics course is an excellent option if you need to balance your study, job, and caring responsibilities, or you just want to study from the comfort of your own home.

Choose from a forensics degree or start small with single subjects or a short course.

There are a lot of reasons to study your course online through us.

• You can enrol without entry requirements We have a unique open-door policy that makes it possible for everyone to enrol in university study, no matter their academic history. If you don’t meet the entry requirements for a degree, we’ll help you get in through single undergraduate subjects and transition into a qualification from there.

• You have total control over how you study Upskill without committing to a whole degree upfront. Or enrol in a full degree, but take it a subject at a time. We’ll introduce you to flexible study options you didn’t even know about, so you can fit uni around what matters to you.

• You’ll graduate with the same qualification as an on-campus student Once you enrol through us, you’ll study online with the university that provides your degree. This means that when you complete your qualification, you’ll graduate with the same degree as on-campus students.

• We’ll help you navigate the university world Our friendly student advisors will be your guide every step of the enrolment journey. They'll help you compare universities, choose a course, provide documentation and understand your finance options.

Depending on the forensics course you choose, you’ll learn how to analyse ballistics, collect DNA, examine fingerprint evidence and more. These are practical skills you’ll need for a job examining crime scenes or analysing evidence.

With a course in forensics, you could find work as a:

• forensic accountant

• forensic scientist

• forensic psychologist

• forensic toxicologist

• forensic chemist

• forensic anthropologist

• pathologist

• crime scene investigator

Before starting an enrolment, it’s important to read the entry requirements for your chosen course to ensure that you’re eligible to apply. If you don’t quite meet the requirements, we may be able to help you find a pathway into your course.

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Enrolling online is simple. Here’s how it works:

1. Find your course

• Browse the options on this page.

• Use our comparison tool to explore the different choices.

• Need help? Book a free phone consultation with a student advisor for personalised guidance.

2. Start your enrolment

• When you’re ready, click ‘Start studying now’ on the course page.

• Follow the prompts to begin your enrolment.

• You’ll need to provide supporting documents, such as:

  • Proof of identity

  • Your tax file number

  • A Unique Student Identifier (USI)

3. Wait for confirmation

Your chosen university will email you to confirm if your enrolment has been successful.

Note: Some courses have enquiries and applications handled directly by the university. If this applies, it will be clearly stated on the course listing page.

For more details, check our online self-service enrolment guide. And if you need help at any stage, contact us and we’ll talk you through it.