Postgraduate Diploma in Forensic Science PGDipForensic

at University of Auckland

Programme structure
 

The PGDipForensic programme is a 120-point taught diploma that involves one year of full-time study, with a part-time option available (up to four years of study).
 

105 points from:
 

• FORENSIC 701 Fundamental Concepts in Forensic Science
• FORENSIC 702 Introduction to Forensic Science
• FORENSIC 703 Statistics and Molecular Biology for Forensic Science
• FORENSIC 704 Techniques and Applications for Forensic Science
• FORENSIC 706 Environmental Forensic Science
• FORENSIC 707 Project in Forensic Science

And

• 15 points from an approved 600 or 700 level course

Programme requirements
 

Study option
Taught
120 points
Grade required
GPE
Grade Point Equivalent
4.0
 
Undergraduate degree in science
 

Qualification
IELTS Academic
International English Language Testing System
Score required
6.5
 

Further programme requirements
 
Taught 120 points

You must have completed an undergraduate degree in science at a recognised university (or similar institution) with a GPE of 4.0.

2022 fees

Domestic students
NZ$9,728.40

International students
NZ$46,752

Fees are set in advance of each calendar year and will be updated on this website. Fees are inclusive of 15% GST, but do not include the Student Services Fee, course books, travel and health insurance, or living costs. Amounts shown are indicative only. In addition to the tuition fees, there is a Student Services Fee of $8.16 per point, estimated at $979.20 for full-time study (120 points). Fees will be confirmed upon completion of enrolment into courses.
 

*Please note: amounts shown are indicative and estimates only.

Where could this programme take you?
 

The PGDipForensic prepares graduates for employment in the forensic science field.
 

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