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Bachelor of Forensic Studies/Bachelor of Laws (194JA.1)
Please note these are the 2015 details for this course
| Selection rank | Delivery mode | Location | Duration |
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| 90.00 | On campus |
5.0 years | |
| Faculty | Discipline(s) | Available teaching periods | UAC code |
| Faculty of Business, Government & Law | Canberra Law School Academic Program Area - Science |
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| Fees | English language requirements | AQF level | |
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English language requirements
There are non-standard English language requirements for this course. To be eligible you must have an academic IELTS or equivalent of 6.5, with no band score below 6.0. Students who have undertaken all of their education in an English speaking country (as defined on UC website) are deemed to have met our English language proficiency requirements.
Delivery mode
Blended: Mixture of online and on campus units are available.
On campus: Units are delivered on campus.
Online: All units are online.
Online Plus: Units are available online, except where attendance at a physical location is required for placement or professional accreditation.
Location
All course material is developed and delivered via the location listed. Online units do not require on campus attendance.
Selection rank
The selection rank is the minimum ATAR plus adjustment factors required for admission to the program in the previous year. This is an indicative guide only as ranks change each year depending on demand.
Fees disclaimer
Annual fee rates
The fees shown are the annual fee rates for the course. The annual rate is the fee that applies to standard full-time enrolment, which is 24 credit points. The final fee charged is based on the proportion of 24 credit points in which a student enrols. Students enrolled in a Commonwealth Support Place (CSP) are required to make a contribution towards the cost of their education, which is set by the Commonwealth Government. Information on Commonwealth Supported Places, HECS-HELP and how fees are calculated can be found here.
Please note: Course fees are assessed annually and are subject to change.
AQF Level
University of Canberra qualifications are recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
- Level 5 - Diploma
- Level 6 - Associate Degree
- Level 7 - Bachelor Degree
- Level 8 - Bachelor Honours Degree OR Graduate Certificate OR Graduate Diploma
- Level 9 - Masters Degree
- Level 10 - Doctoral Degree
| Academic entry requirements | Delivery mode | Location | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| On campus |
5.0 years | ||
| Faculty | Discipline(s) | Available teaching periods | CRICOS code |
| Faculty of Business, Government & Law | Canberra Law School Academic Program Area - Science |
074936F | |
| Fees | English language requirements | AQF level | |
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View requirements | ||
Fees disclaimer
Annual fee rates
The fees shown are the annual fee rates for the course. The annual rate is the fee that applies to standard full-time enrolment, which is 24 credit points. The final fee charged is based on the proportion of 24 credit points in which a student enrols. Information on how fees are calculated can be found here.
Please note: Course fees are assessed annually and are subject to change.
Delivery mode
Blended: Mixture of online and on campus units are available.
On campus: Units are delivered on campus.
Online: All units are online.
Online Plus: Units are available online, except where attendance at a physical location is required for placement or professional accreditation.
English language requirements
There are non-standard English language requirements for this course. To be eligible you must have an academic IELTS or equivalent of 6.5, with no band score below 6.0. Students who have undertaken all of their education in an English speaking country (as defined on UC website) are deemed to have met our English language proficiency requirements.
Location
All course material is developed and delivered via the location listed. Online units do not require on campus attendance.
Academic entry requirements
To study at UC, you’ll need to meet our academic entry requirements and any admission requirements specific to your course. Please read your course admission requirements below. To find out whether you meet UC’s academic entry requirements, visit our academic entry requirements page.
AQF level
University of Canberra qualifications are recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
- Level 5 - Diploma
- Level 6 - Associate Degree
- Level 7 - Bachelor Degree
- Level 8 - Bachelor Honours Degree OR Graduate Certificate OR Graduate Diploma
- Level 9 - Masters Degree
- Level 10 - Doctoral Degree
Double degree: Supercharge your law degree with forensic insight
Be a formidable force in the courtroom. Focus your talent for law on the scientific area of forensics.
Achieve a fully accredited law degree and direct your scientific knowledge to crime investigation and the preparation of evidence. Be rewarded with outstanding employment opportunities in both the private and public sectors.
Combine your Bachelor of Forensic Studies with a Bachelor of Laws at UC to:
- qualify as a practising lawyer
- be able to cross-examine expert witnesses across a range of forensic disciplines
- master forensic biology and chemistry for criminal investigations
- know analytical techniques for collecting and examining trace evidence
- gain a broader perspective and valuable career flexibility.
Study opportunities
Exit this course early with a single:
- Bachelor of Forensic Studies
- Bachelor of Laws.
Career opportunities
- The law degree prepares you to work as a solicitor or barrister.
- This course is recognised by the Supreme Court of the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and the State of New south Wales (NSW).
- You will have a basis for legal admission in all Australian jurisdictions.
- You will also have articulation pathways leading to admission in the United Kingdom and the United States.
Important to know
- You can finish this qualification in 5 years.
- There is assumed knowledge and non-standard English language requirements for this course.
Professional accreditation
This program is recognised by the Supreme Court of the Australian Capital Territory and the State of New South Wales. Through mutual recognition, UC's degree may serve as the basis for admission in all Australian jurisdictions.
Through a program offered in conjunction with the College of Law, students may (in their final year of the Bachelor of Laws at UC) begin their Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice course that qualifies for them for admission. Arrangements exist for students to articulate into programs leading to admission in the UK and the United States.
Normal requirements for admission to an undergraduate degree.
Additional admission requirements
None.
Assumed knowledge
For the Bachelor of Laws, please refer to the individual course. For the Bachelor of Forensic Studies, assumed knowledge is ACT: Biology and/or Chemistry major(s), plus Mathematical Methods major. NSW; Biology and/or Chemistry, plus Mathematics.
Periods course is open for new admissions
This course is not open for new admissions.
Credit arrangements
There are currently no formal credit transfer arrangements for entry to this course. Any previous study or work experience will only be considered as part of the application process in accordance with current course rules and university policy.
Bachelor of Forensic Studies/Bachelor of Laws (194JA) | 120 credit points
- 8379 and 8675 have been replaced by 6510 and 10001 from the beginning of 2016. Students who have completed only one of the closed units should talk to the Course Convener for advice.
Competition and Consumer Law (6593) | 3 credit points — Level 3
Comparative Law (8673) | 3 credit points — Level 3
- Honours: Eligible students will enrol in 7039 Law Honours in place of a Law Elective in their last year.
In addition to course requirements, in order to successfully complete your course you must meet the inherent requirements. Please refer to the inherent requirements statement applicable to your course
UC - Canberra, Bruce
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Year 4
Year 5
Semester 1
MJ0083 Restricted Choice Unit
7019 Advanced Legal Research and Writing OR 8358 Advanced Legal Research and Writing (Honours)
Law Elective
Course duration
Standard ten semesters full-time or equivalent. Maximum twenty-four semesters.
Learning outcomes
| Learning outcomes | Related graduate attributes |
|---|---|
| Present evidence in court. | Express an opinion in the field of forensic science with confidence and clarity. |
| Write reports that could be used as court records or form the basis for prosecution. | Collate, analyse, manipulate, evaluate, interpret and present information and numerical data from forensic case studies. |
| Interpret outputs from analytical instruments. | Select and use appropriate information and communication technology to retrieve, manipulate and present data from forensic case studies. |
| Select appropriate analytical techniques to examine evidence. | Implement and evaluate strategies for the resolution of problems in environmental forensic science. |
| Allocate tasks among group members to complete forensic case studies. | Work with others as part of a group. |
| Communicate and quantify uncertainty when presenting expert evidence in a court environment. | Have the ability to cope with uncertainty. |
| Ensure that court room evidence is as unbiased as possible with rigorous chain-of-custody for handling of exhibits. | Act responsibly, ethically and with integrity in the context of forensic science. |
| Uphold the rule of law for the benefit of the community. | Accept service to the community as the primary purpose for a professional life in forensic science. |
| Recognise the skills of forensic scientists and lawyers that are transferrable to other disciplines. | Have an understanding of how to apply knowledge and abilities to many different contexts and fields. |
| Provide evidence in a court environment and convince a jury of your competence. | Be confident in yourself and your own skills and knowledge. |
Majors
- Major in Forensic Chemistry (MJ0042)
- Major in Law Foundation (MJ0082)
- Major in Forensic Biology (MJ0043)
- Major in Legal Practice (Restricted) (MJ0083)
Awards
| Award | Official abbreviation |
|---|---|
| Bachelor of Laws | LLB |
| Bachelor of Forensic Studies | B ForSt |
Honours
The degree of Bachelor of Laws may be awarded with first or second class honours. Requirements are specified in the Determination of Course Particulars for the Bachelor of Laws.
Enquiries
| Student category | Contact details |
|---|---|
| Prospective Domestic Students | Email study@canberra.edu.au or Phone 1800 UNI CAN (1800 864 226) |
| Prospective International Students | Email international@canberra.edu.au or Phone +61 2 6201 5342 |
| Current and Commencing Students | In person Faculty of Business, Government and Law student support area (Building 11, Level B, Room 27 - Reception counter) or Email BGLCourseConveners@canberra.edu.au |
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