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Bachelor (Hons) Forensic Science

UCSI University Malaysia
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Course Details

Qualification Bachelor's Degree
Duration 4 years
Intake Feb, May, Sep
English Requirement IELTS 6.0
Class Type Physical
Yearly Tuition fees
Year Fee
1st Year MYR 29,278.00
2nd Year MYR 35,764.00
3rd Year MYR 22,733.00
4th Year MYR 20,725.00
Other Fees
Description Fee
Deposit (Refundable) MYR 1,000.00
Facilities Fee (per semester) MYR 670.00
International Administration Fee MYR 4,200.00
Lab Fee (Yearly) MYR 2,500.00
Registration Fee MYR 5,850.00
Visa and Insurance (EMGS) MYR 4,826.00

Overview

The Bachelor (Hons) Forensic Science at UCSI University Malaysia applies scientific knowledge to practical scenarios and develops investigative and analytical skills. It covers a wide range of topics including chemistry, biology, psychology, crime scene investigation, and criminal law. Taught by experienced academics and forensic scientists, the program prepares students to become highly skilled forensic scientists.

Entry Requirements

STPM: Minimum CGPA 2.50, inclusive of minimum GPAs of 2.50 in:

  • Chemistry
  • Biology/Physics

For other qualifications and certificates (e.g., UEC, equivalent , etc..) please contact our educational consultants or submit your application for Admission assessment.

Future Careers 

Enforcement agencies, Analytical chemical industry, Environmental science, Health science, Insurance companies, DNA laboratories, Pathology laboratories, Cybersecurity companies, Forensic laboratories, Education and research.

Curriculum

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