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Master of Forensic Anthropology (research)
University of Western Australia, Perth, WA, Australia
About this program
The University of Western Australia's Master of Forensic Anthropology degree. The Master of Forensic Anthropology enables you to undertake advanced studies in forensic anthropology, while developing an in-depth knowledge of the human skeleton. You'll gain a practical understanding of the scientist's role within the Australian legal system, and have the opportunity to explore various anthropological techniques using traditional and digital modalities. There is considerable diversity of research related to forensic anthropology, ranging from morphometrics through to computer-graphic facial reconstruction, and interdisciplinary research is encouraged. You are provided with a grounding in ethics and research methods in forensic science, relevant theory and method applicable to forensic anthropology and the related disciplines of odontology and archaeology, as well as the analytical and practical skills needed to provide expert testimony in court. After successful completion of eight coursework units you'll be able to specialise in a particular area of interest, gaining practical experience in an independent scientific study through the completion of a dissertation and data-based research projects of direct relevance to forensic anthropology.
Cost & duration
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Course structure
1 term of coursework
- Core: FNSC5515 Molecular Osteology, FNSC5516 Forensic Odontology and Introductory Osteology, FNSC5611 Ethics and Research Methods in Forensic Science, FNSC5612 Forensic Anthropology I-Introductory Theory and Method, FNSC5614 Forensic Archaeology-Theory and Method, FNSC5622 Scientific Expert Testimony, FNSC5626 Forensic Anthropology II-Advanced Theory and Method, FNSC5627 Forensic Anthropology Professional Project Part 1, FNSC5628 Forensic Anthropology Professional Project Part 2, FNSC5649 Forensic Anthropology Dissertation Part 1, FNSC5650 Forensic Anthropology Dissertation Part 2 Option - Group A: FNSC4497 Bio-Archaeology Fieldschool, FNSC5615 Medicolegal Death Investigation
Admissions
(1) To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have- (a) a Bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA; and (b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent; and (c) successfully completed prior study in a field relevant to Forensic Anthropology; or (2) completed a Graduate Certificate in Forensic Anthropology or Graduate Diploma in Forensic Anthropology at UWA.
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