Master of Forensic Medicine Postgraduate Programme By Monash University |TopUniversities
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Tuitionfee

51,300 AUDTuition Fee/year

Main Subject Area

MedicineMain Subject Area

Programme overview

Main Subject

Medicine

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

Online

Master of Forensic Medicine offers advanced expertise and specialized knowledge in the forensic medical, dental or science fields. This course builds on students’ qualification in medicine, dentistry, biomedical science or radiography. Students will be able to apply their knowledge in the interests of justice and will learn to make high level, independent judgements in the forensic setting, gain sound knowledge of medico-legal principles and gain the skills to clearly communicate medico-legal issues to the justice system, prepare effective and objective medico-legal reports, critically evaluate the ethical and legal issues arising in forensic medical practice, and interpret wounds and injury patterns. Students will develop a range of skills to equip you with the necessary attributes to work in the fields of forensic medicine, dentistry, or science within the parameters of the justice system. This course is delivered on a part-time basis only.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Medicine

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

Online

Master of Forensic Medicine offers advanced expertise and specialized knowledge in the forensic medical, dental or science fields. This course builds on students’ qualification in medicine, dentistry, biomedical science or radiography. Students will be able to apply their knowledge in the interests of justice and will learn to make high level, independent judgements in the forensic setting, gain sound knowledge of medico-legal principles and gain the skills to clearly communicate medico-legal issues to the justice system, prepare effective and objective medico-legal reports, critically evaluate the ethical and legal issues arising in forensic medical practice, and interpret wounds and injury patterns. Students will develop a range of skills to equip you with the necessary attributes to work in the fields of forensic medicine, dentistry, or science within the parameters of the justice system. This course is delivered on a part-time basis only.

Admission Requirements

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Clinical Forensic Medicine

Bachelor of Medical Science and Doctor of Medicine (or equivalent) AND current employment in clinical practice with a minimum of three years experience

AND

satisfactory proof of appropriate current professional medical registration in your current country of residency and practice (e.g. Australian Citizens & Permanent Resident Visa holders, must hold current professional registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Agency (AHPRA)


Forensic Odontology

A Bachelor of Dentistry AND current employment in dental practice with a minimum of 3 years experience

AND

satisfactory proof of appropriate current professional dental registration in your current country of residency and practice (e.g. Australian Citizens & Permanent Resident Visa holders, must hold current professional registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Agency (AHPRA)



Forensic Medical Science

Bachelor of Radiography and Medical Imaging (Hons) AND current employment in radiography practice with a minimum of 2 years experience

AND

satisfactory proof of appropriate current professional registration as a radiographer in your current country of residency and practice (e.g. Australian Citizens & Permanent Resident Visa holders, must hold current professional registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Agency (AHPRA)

OR

Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Hons) AND current employment in a relevant laboratory setting with a minimum of two years experience

OR

Bachelor of Science (Hons) AND current employment in a recognised forensic institute with a minimum of two years experience

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Tuition fees

Domestic
43,500 AUD
International
51,300 AUD

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