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Overview
Applying scientific knowledge to practical applications, developing investigative and analytical skills in a variety of scenarios are some of the many areas the Forensic Science programme covers. This programme is designed to match the current career direction of this field, covering present-day topics and concepts..., practical applications related to forensic science such as chemistry, biology, health science, psychology, management, entrepreneurship, crime scene investigation, and criminal law. The Forensic Science programme is taught by renowned academics and forensic scientists who are competent and experienced in various aspects of forensic fields including crime scene investigation, forensic chemistry, DNA profiling, forensic pathology, digital forensics, and criminal law. You will also be trained to develop your analytical skills so you are able to analyse any piece of evidence. Complemented by additional emphasis on the professional practice of the roles of the crime scene investigators, you can be assured that this is your pathway to become a forensic scientist of the highest caliber.
Academic Requirements
UCSI Foundation in Science or equivalent in Malaysia
Minimum CGPA 2.50, inclusive of minimum GPAs of 2.50 in:
- Chemistry
- Biology/Physics
National matriculation
Minimum CGPA 2.50, inclusive of minimum GPAs of 2.50 in:
- Chemistry
- Biology/Physics
STPM
Minimum CGPA 2.50, inclusive of minimum GPAs of 2.50 in:
- Chemistry
- Biology/Physics
UEC
Minimum Grade B in five (5) subjects, inclusive of:
- Chemistry
- Biology/Physics
A-levels
Minimum Grade D in:
- Chemistry
- Biology/Physics
Australian High/Secondary School Diploma (Grade 12) - SAM/AUSMAT/ SACE/ TEE/ NTCE/WACE
Minimum ATAR 60% or minimum 60% average five (5) subjects inclusive of:
- Chemistry
- Biology/Physics
Canadian Grade 12 – CPU/CIMP
Minimum average of 60% in six (6) subjects inclusive of:
- Chemistry
- Biology/Physics
International Baccalaureate (IB)
Minimum score of 26/42 from six (6) subjects, inclusive of:
- Chemistry
- Biology/Physics
Diploma/Advanced Diploma in related field
Minimum CGPA 2.75 in a related diploma from recognised institutions
OR
CGPA below 2.75 (above 2.00) in a related diploma from recognised institutions and a minimum of 36 months working experience in the same field.
Other qualifications recognized by the Malaysian government
Admission: Case by case basis
**Additional requirement: 5Cs or equivalent in SPM/equivalent in Biology, Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry and English
Note / Legend:
Discretion is given to the Head of School to deal with applicants who have results borderline to the Academic Requirements.
SPM – Credit (A+ – C)UEC – Credit (A1 – B6)
O-Level – min. Credit (A1 – C6)
WACE – min. Credit (A1 – C6)
STPM – min. Principal – ‘C’ grade (GPA 2.00)
A-Level – min. Principal – ‘E’ grade (GPA 2.00)
SAM/CPU – min. Pass – 50%
English Language Requirements
For Local Students
IELTS
Band 5.5TOEFL
550MUET
Band 3For International Students
IELTS
Band 6.0Cambridge English Qualifications and Tests
169TOEFL IBT
60TOEFL PBT
550Pearson Test of English
59MUET
Band 4- Chemistry 1
- Human Anatomy and Physiology
- Microbiology
- University Life (MPU-U2)
- Extracurricular Learning Experience 1 (MPU-U4)
- Chemistry 2
- Inorganic Chemistry 1
- Cell Biology
- Physical Chemistry 1
- Hubungan Etnik (for Malaysians) / Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 3 (for International students) (MPU-U1)
- Forensic Analytical Chemistry 1
- Tamadun Islam dan Tamadun Asia (for Local students) / Pengajian Malaysia (for International students) (MPU-U1)
- Forensic Biology
- Organic Chemistry 1
- Physical Chemistry 2
- Inorganic Chemistry 2
- Religions in Malaysia / Business Law – Malaysian Perspective (MPU-U3)
- Extracurricular Learning Experience 2 (MPU-U4)
- Organic Chemistry 2
- Forensic Anthropology
- Spectroscopy and Structural Chemistry
- Human Genetics
- Forensic Environmental Chemistry
- Research Methodology and Data Analysis
- Forensic Analytical Chemistry 2
- Forensic DNA Profiling and Analysis
- Forensic Serology and Microscopy
- Extracurricular Learning Experience 3 (MPU-U4)
- Drug and Medicinal Chemistry
- Forensic Pathology
- Material and Polymer Chemistry
- Criminal Law
- Cooperative Placement 1
- Forensics Final Year Project – A
- Digital Forensics
- Crime Scene Investigation
- Fire Investigation
- Extracurricular Learning Experience 4 (MPU-U4)
- Forensic Final Year Project – B
- Ballistics and Explosive
- Criminology and Forensic Psychology
- Forensic Final Year Project – C
- Cooperative Placement 2
Free Elective Modules (select any two)
- Entrepreneurship for Applied Sciences
- Introduction to Internet Technologies
- Introduction to Biomaterials
- Bioinformatics
- Introduction to Public Speaking
- Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisations
- Philosophy and Contemporary Issues
- Philosophy and Contemporary Issues
- Communication in Bahasa Melayu 3
- Enforcement agencies
- Analytical chemical industry
- Environmental science
- Health science
- Insurance companies
- DNA laboratories
- Pathology laboratories
- Cybersecurity companies
- Forensic laboratories
- Education and research
