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Graduate Certificate in Criminal Investigation

Build and update your knowledge and skills in the field of criminal investigation by completing a Graduate Certificate in Criminal Investigation.

Introduction

The Graduate Certificate in Criminal Investigation is designed for professionals (lawyers, police and others) working in the justice system, and assumes some working knowledge of the law.

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Course description, features and facilities

This course provides an advanced understanding of the law of evidence and business law in an applied investigative context. It introduces students to a variety of forensic science disciplines, with students focusing on the first principles of breaking down misconceptions and building on this base.

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Structure

four units (6 points each) over two standard semesters; no elective options are offered
Key to availability of units:
S1 = Semester 1; S2 = Semester 2; S3 = summer teaching period; N/A = not available in 2013;
NS = non-standard teaching period; OS = offshore teaching period; * = to be advised

The course consists of units to a total value of 24 points comprising all of the following units:

NS   FNSC5501  Evidence in Investigations 1
NS   FNSC5502  Evidence in Investigations 2
NS   FNSC5507  Contemporary Issues in Investigation Management
NS   FNSC5508  Introduction to Forensic Science

Career opportunities

 This course builds and expands knowledge for professionals working in the justice system by providing an advanced understanding of the law of evidence and business law in an applied investigative context.

Related careers

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Further study opportunities

Successful completion of this course will allow suitably qualified students to continue their postgraduate studies through the completion of a Graduate Diploma, Masters or PhD.

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These pages are under review and are being updated.

Check the Entrance requirements

This course is available to all students other than those holding an international student visa.

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  1. Admission Requirements
  2. English competency
  3. Advanced standing

Admission Requirements

(a) a recognised bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline from this University; or equivalent as recognised by the Faculty; or

(b) qualifications and experience in a relevant field which are considered by the Faculty to be equivalent to the degree qualifications specified in (a);

plus

(c) a current National Police Certificate indicating no criminal conviction; and

(d) a current certification of tetanus protection.

English competency

See the full list of English language requirements.

Advanced standing

If you have undertaken prior tertiary study within the last five years, you may be eligible for advanced standing (credit and/or exemption).

Applications for advanced standing are assessed upon acceptance of any offer of admission made by the University.

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  1. Prerequisites
  2. Advanced standing

Prerequisites

As a rule, international students must:

  • Have a bachelor's degree, or equivalent, in a relevant discipline (where required), completed to a sufficiently high standard;
  • Meet the specific prerequisites for the course. (Refer to admission requirements for this course)
  • Meet UWA's English language requirement.

Advanced standing

Students with previous tertiary level qualifications will be considered for advanced standing (credit).

These pages are under review and will be updated in early 2013.

How to apply

This course is available to all students other than those holding an international student visa.

On this page

  1. Application Deadlines
  2. How to apply
  3. Fees
  4. Contact details - admission information

Application Deadlines

Semester 1: 23 January

Semester 2: 26 June

How to apply

Submit a completed application form

Fees

Annual fee: $6318.

As some units vary in cost, the actual student contribution will depend on the mix of units you choose. See the unit costs website for details of individual unit costs.

Contact details - admission information

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  1. Application Deadlines
  2. Fees
  3. Contact details - admission information

Application Deadlines

Fees

Prospective international PhD candidates should refer to the research course fee list for the relevant field of study fee.

Contact details - admission information

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Graduate Certificate in Criminal Investigation: the details

Status
Available 2013
Locations offered
Crawley
Attendance types
Part-time only
Delivery mode
Internal
Starting dates
March or November each year
Weekly first year time commitment
The estimated time commitment for a standard full-time enrolment is approximately 46 hours per week (over 13 weeks) which includes contact hours, personal study and examinations.
Standard full-time completion
1 semester
Maximum time to complete
2 years
Contact details: course information
Faculty of Science
Centre for Forensic Science
forensic@uwa.edu.au
Ask UWA
6488 7286
Course code
51290
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