Overview
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.
Academic Requirements
UCSI Foundation in Science or equivalent in Malaysia
Minimum CGPA 2.50, inclusive of minimum GPAs of 2.50 in:
- Chemistry
- Biology/Physics
and *Additional requirement
National matriculation
Minimum CGPA 2.50, inclusive of minimum GPAs of 2.50 in:
- Chemistry
- Biology/Physics
and *Additional requirement
STPM
Minimum CGPA 2.50, inclusive of minimum GPAs of 2.50 in:
- Chemistry
- Biology/Physics
and *Additional requirement
​UEC
Minimum Grade B in five (5) subjects, inclusive of:
- Chemistry
- Biology/Physics
A-levels
Minimum Grade D in:
- Chemistry
- Biology/Physics
and *Additional requirement
Australian High/Secondary School Diploma (Grade 12) – SAM/AUSMAT/ SACE/ TEE/ NTCE/WACE
Minimum ATAR 60% or minimum 60% average five (5) subjects inclusive of:
- Chemistry
- Biology/Physics
​Canadian Grade 12 – CPU/CIMP
Minimum average of 60% in six (6) subjects inclusive of:
- Chemistry
- Biology/Physics
International Baccalaureate (IB)
Minimum score of 26/42 from six (6) subjects, inclusive of:
- Chemistry
- Biology/Physics
Diploma/Advanced Diploma in related field
Minimum CGPA 2.75 in a related diploma from recognised institutions
OR
CGPA below 2.75 (above 2.00) in a related diploma from recognised institutions and a minimum of 36 months working experience in the same field.
Other qualifications recognized by the Malaysian government
Admission: Case by case basis
*Additional Requirement: Additional requirement: 5Cs or equivalent in SPM/equivalent, 3Cs of which must be in Biology / Physics / Mathematics / Chemistry / English.
English Language Requirements
For Local Students
CEFR
Low B1
IELTS
Score of 5.5
TOEFL
Minimum score of 550
MUET
Band 3
For International Students
IELTS
Score of 6.0
TOEFL IBT
60
TOEFL PBT
550
Pearson Test of English
59
MUET
Band 4
CEFR
Low B2
Cambridge English Qualifications and Tests
169
- International applicants who do not meet the respective academic programme’s English Language Requirement will need to improve their proficiency by enrolling into the English for Tertiary Education programme (R/KJP/00920-00929) which helps them prepare for attaining a required band score. Placement into the various levels of the English for Tertiary Education programme depends on the English Language qualification students have at the point of admission and/or the outcome of the English Placement Test.
- 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
- 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
- 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)
- 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
For Malaysian students:
- Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisations
(Penghayatan Etika and Peradaban) - Philosophy and Contemporary Issues
(Falsafah dan Isu Semasa)
For foreign students:
- Philosophy and Contemporary Issues
- Communication in Bahasa Melayu 3
(Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 3)
- Enforcement agencies
- Analytical chemical industry
- Environmental science
- Health science
- Insurance companies
- DNA laboratories
- Pathology laboratories
- Cybersecurity companies
- Forensic laboratories
- Education and research
