Forensic Science

Use science to analyse traces of crime

Forensic science is a global profession at the intersection of STEM, law, criminal justice and social impact. You will learn to detect, collect, analyse and identify traces of criminal activity in physical, chemical, biological or cyber crime.

UTS offers customisable degrees, extensive industry connections and exclusive opportunities for internships and work experience. Plus, you’ll get the chance to get hands-on learning with simulated crimes, giving you the specialised skills required to be a leader in this fascinating and rapidly evolving field.

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Industry outlook
$US36 billion by 2032

The global forensic technology market is currently worth $US14.8 billion and is expected to more than double in the coming years.

Global Market Insights 2024
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Educational experience
Australia’s 1st Forensics Degree

UTS’s Bachelor of Forensic Science was the first degree of its kind in Australia.
payments

Average salary
$115,726 per year

The average annual income for a forensic scientist in Australia is well above the national average.

Indeed 2024

Why study Forensic Science?

Forensics is a sector on the move – by 2030, the global forensic technology market will be valued at $44.3 billion. Master forensic science theory and practice at UTS and prepare to become a leader in this international profession.[1]

UTS has an acclaimed postgraduate forensic science program includes the sought-after Master of Forensic Science, as well as a graduate certificate, graduate diploma and research qualifications. All our degrees are highly customisable, which means you can create a qualification that’s aligned with your professional aspirations.

You’ll build advanced expertise in your preferred forensic science domains and choose from a wealth of professional and research electives, including real-world internships*.

Benefit from the program’s extensive industry connections, including with law enforcement, border control agencies and private forensic organisations.

At UTS, you’ll investigate digital or real-life crime scenes, become proficient with forensic science processes, and build specialist forensics knowledge that will catapult you to the forefront of this rapidly evolving field.

Our Bachelor of Forensic Science was the first degree of its kind in Australia, and it’s known for producing future leaders in this specialist field of inquiry. Tailor your learning with one of four majors – Biology, Chemistry, or Crime Scene Investigation; or Digital Forensic Science, and get hands-on with the practice of forensic science in our Crime Scene Simulation Labs.

Forensics Technology Research Market 2030 [1]

Get inspired

Our Bachelor of Forensic Science was the first degree of its kind in Australia, and it’s known for producing future leaders in this specialist field of inquiry. Tailored by four majors — Biology, Chemistry, Crime Scene Investigation and Digital Forensic Science – students get hands-on with the practice of forensic science in our purpose-built Crime Scene Simulation Labs.

By the end of your studies, you’ll be ready to deliver hands-on or digital forensic science solutions in state and federal policing, criminal justice and intelligence agencies, banking and finance organisations, or in government and scientific research organisations.

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