BSc (Hons) Forensic Science

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. 

Courses Offered

Year 1

• University Life (MPU-U2)
• Chemistry 1
• Chemistry 2
• Inorganic Chemistry 1
• Physical Chemistry 1
• Physical Chem 2
• Human Anatomy and Physiology
• Microbiology
• Cell Biology
• Extracurricular Learning Experience 1 (MPU-U4)

Free Elective Modules (choose one)

• Entrepreneurship for Applied Sciences
• Introduction to Internet Technologies
• Introduction to Biomaterials
• Bioinformatics
• Introduction to Public Speaking

Year 2

• Religions in Malaysia / Business Law – Malaysian Perspective (MPU-U3)
• Inorganic Chemistry 2
• Organic Chem 1
• Organic Chemistry 2
• Spectroscopy and Structural Chemistry
• Drug & Medicinal Chemistry
• Forensic Analytical Chemistry 1
• Forensic Biology
• Human Genetics
• Forensic Serology and Microscopy
• Crime Scene Investigation
• Extracurricular Learning Experience 2 (MPU-U4)

Free Elective Modules (choose one)

• Entrepreneurship for Applied Sciences
• Introduction to Internet Technologies
• Introduction to Biomaterials
• Bioinformatics
• Introduction to Public Speaking

Year 3

• Research Methodology and Data Analysis
• Forensic Analytical Chemistry 2
• Forensic Environment Chemistry
• Forensic DNA Profiling and Analysis
• Forensic Anthropology
• Forensic Pathology
• Material and Polymer Chemistry
• Criminal Law
• Cooperative Placement 1
• Extracurricular Learning Experience 3 (MPU-U4)

Year 4

• Forensics Final Year Project – A
• Forensic Final Year Project – B
• Forensic Final Year Project – C
• Digital Forensics
• Fire Investigation
• Ballistics and Explosive
• Criminology and Forensic Psychology
• Cooperative Placement 2

General Courses (MPU) are compulsory for all students.

U1

For Malaysian students:

1. Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisations
   (Penghayatan Etika and Peradaban)
2. Philosophy and Contemporary Issues
   (Falsafah dan Isu Semasa)

For foreign students:

1. Philosophy and Contemporary Issues
2. Communication in Bahasa Melayu 3
   (Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 3)