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Bachelor of Forensic Science in Forensic Chemistry / Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice (Dual Degree)
Griffith University - Nathan Campus, Australia
AUD 38500
Annual Tuition Fee
AUD 50
Application Fee
48 months
Duration
6.5
IELTS
79
TOEFL
65%
Min GPA
Program Overview
With this double degree, you'll develop an in-depth knowledge of new forensic analytical methods and innovations as they are applied to biology and chemistry and gain valuable experience and insight from real casework. You'll learn about the trends in crime in Australia and take courses that cover the police, courts and criminal law, forensic psychology and homicide.
You will take your place at the largest school of criminology in Australia where you will learn from industry leaders and academics who bring real and compelling stories of crime to your study.
Industry and expert connections
In your final year, you can complete a professional placement and gain practical justice-related experience. Eligible students have the opportunity to take part in the Criminology Undergraduate Research Internship Program in which you will be mentored one-on-one by criminology experts as you undertake a research project that suits your interests. Internship opportunities are offered on a competitive basis three times a year and usually last four-to-six weeks. It's a priceless opportunity only available through Griffith.
Additional Information
Program Level 4-Year Bachelor's Degree
College/University Processing Time 3 Days
Program Format Full-Time
Post-Study Work Rights (PSWR)
General Admission Requirement
Academic Requirement
- Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted for this program, students must have Standard XII Higher Secondary Certificate.
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Tuition Fee
The values given below are estimated figures, excluding extra charges like material fee, student activity fees, athletic fees, health care, etc., for courses. To know more, please visit the Programs page.
Average Tuition Fee Per Year
38500
Tuition Fee
(AUD)
AUD 50
Application Fee
(AUD)
29710 Per year
Average Cost of Living
(AUD)
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Check program website for more information about funding options.
Scholarships
Vice Chancellor's International Scholarship
Our Vice Chancellor's International Scholarship rewards a number of exceptional international students commencing in undergraduate and postgraduate coursework degree programs at Griffith University each year.
| Award value | Duration | Level of study | Start |
| 50% of tuition fees | Valid for your whole degree *subject to meeting ongoing eligibility requirements | Undergraduate and postgraduate coursework programs | 2025 or 2026 |
Eligibility:
To be eligible to apply you must:
- Be a citizen of a country other than Australia or New Zealand.
- Be a new, commencing student who has received an offer to study by the scholarship application closing date.
- Have a minimum GPA in previous studies of 6.0 or above on a 7 point scale or equivalent.
- Satisfy all academic and English language entry requirements for your chosen undergraduate or postgraduate coursework program.
- Be a full-time student starting in 2025 or 2026.
Terms and conditions
- You must be a commencing student in the trimester you are applying for the scholarship, e.g. commencing T1, 2025, you must apply by the closing date for T1, 2025 as per the web page.
- Griffith University academic and English language entry requirements apply, including results of previous study and English language proficiency.
- Scholarship applies to undergraduate or postgraduate coursework tuition fees only.
- The scholarship covers 50% of undergraduate or postgraduate coursework tuition fees only for the duration of the program on meeting the ongoing enrolment requirements (see below). The course duration is defined as the Program Length of the first degree program as stated in your Letter of Offer, less any credit received for previous study. Each deduction will be applied by the census date of each relevant trimester of the program.
- Students must be International Fee Paying to qualify for the scholarship and each scholarship deduction. Any change from International Fee Paying student status will result in the scholarship being no longer available.
- This is a competitive scholarship and scholarship numbers are limited. When the limit for scholarship acceptances has been reached, the Griffith International Scholarship Office will advise applicants that all available scholarships have been awarded and the scholarships are withdrawn.
- Excludes students enrolling in Higher Degree Research, online programs (campus = online), non-award, Study Abroad Program, Diploma programs, Masters Qualifying Program, MBA (program code 5158), English language programs at the Griffith English Language Institute, programs that are only offered part time and programs delivered onshore or offshore in collaboration with a partner organisation.
- Deferral of scholarships is not permitted.
- Recipients of this scholarship are expected to be profiled in marketing activities for Griffith University.
| Application closing dates | ||
| Students commencing Trimester 3 2025 | Students commencing Trimester 1 2026 | Students commencing Trimester 2 2026 |
Trimester starts: 3 November 2025 |
Students completing Australian Year 12 only
Trimester starts: 2 March 2026 |
Trimester starts: 13 July 2026 |
International Academic Merit Scholarship
The International Academic Merit Scholarship recognises international students with strong academic results applying for undergraduate and postgraduate coursework programs at Griffith University.
| Award value | Duration | Level of study | Start |
| 20% of tuition fees | Valid for your whole degree, subject to meeting ongoing eligibility requirements | Most undergraduate and postgraduate coursework programs (some exclusions apply) | Commence study in Trimester 3, 2025 or any trimester in 2026 or 2027 |
Eligibility
To be eligible you must:
- Be a citizen of a country other than Australia or New Zealand.
- Have a minimum GPA in previous studies of 4.5 on a 7 point scale or equivalent. Check your suitability in the Minimum GPA criteria (PDF).
- Satisfy all academic and English language entry requirements for your chosen undergraduate or postgraduate coursework program.
- Be a full-time student starting in Trimester 3, 2025 or any trimester in 2026 or 2027.
- Excluded programs include: Bachelor of Medical Science, Bachelor of Dental Health Science, Doctor of Medicine, Master of Dentistry, Master of Speech Pathology, MBA, and Graduate Diploma of Flight Management (see full list below in Terms and Conditions).
Terms and conditions
- Griffith University academic and English language entry requirements apply, including results of previous study and English language proficiency.
- If you are on a packaged offer with a pathway provider, your scholarship eligibility will be assessed when your final grades are provided to Griffith University.
- Scholarship applies to tuition fees only for students commencing in Trimester 3, 2025 or any trimester in 2026 or 2027. Students who defer commencement to 2028 or later are not eligible to receive the scholarship.
- The scholarship covers 20% of undergraduate or postgraduate coursework tuition fees only for the ‘Duration’ of the program on meeting the ongoing enrolment requirements (see below). The duration is defined as the ‘Program Length’ of the first degree program as stated in your Letter of Offer, less any credit received for previous study. Each deduction will be applied by the census date of each relevant trimester of the program.
- If a student is awarded a Griffith University scholarship that is worth more than 20% of tuition fees, the scholarship at the higher value will apply rather than this scholarship.
- Students must be International Fee Paying to qualify for the scholarship and each scholarship deduction. Any change from International Fee Paying student status will result in the scholarship being withdrawn.
- Excludes students enrolling in Higher Degree Research, non-award, Study Abroad Program, Diploma programs, Masters Qualifying Program, MBA (program code 5158), Bachelor of Medical Science (1306, 1280, Hons 2099), Bachelor of Dental Health Science (1577, Hons 2126), Master of Dentistry (5703), Doctor of Medicine (5099), Master of Speech Pathology (5706, 5567), Graduate Diploma of Flight Management, English language programs at the Griffith English Language Institute, programs that are only offered part time, and programs delivered onshore or offshore in collaboration with a partner organisation.
International Early Acceptance Award
We are delighted to be offering 10% credit on your first trimester's tuition fees if you are commencing in Trimester 2, 2025, and accept your offer and make payment within 14 days. This award applies to undergraduate and postgraduate coursework programs (exclusions apply).
| Award value | 10% of tuition fees |
| Duration | Valid for your first trimester of study |
| Level of study | Undergraduate and postgraduate coursework programs (exclusions apply) |
| Start | Eligible students commencing study in Trimester 2, 2025 |
Eligibility
To be eligible to apply you must:
- Be a citizen of a country other than Australia or New Zealand.
- Be a full-time student starting in Trimester 2, 2025.
- Accept your offer to study at Griffith and make payment within 14 days of receiving your Letter of Offer. The acceptance date for this award will be outlined in your Letter of Offer.
- Be studying an undergraduate or postgraduate coursework program. See the Terms and Conditions below for excluded programs and cohorts.
Terms and Conditions
- Griffith University academic and English language entry requirements apply, including results of previous study and English language proficiency.
- The award covers 10% of undergraduate or postgraduate coursework tuition fees for the first trimester of study only, for students commencing in Trimester 2, 2025.
- Students must accept their Letter of Offer and pay their total deposit fee by the award acceptance date specified in official University communication. This award will be granted as a non-refundable credit on the student account. Should a student withdraw or cancel for any reason, the award amount is non-refundable.
- Students who defer commencement to an intake after Trimester 2, 2025 are not eligible to receive the award.
- If eligible, the Early Acceptance Award will apply in addition to other Griffith International student scholarships.
- Students must be International Fee Paying to qualify for the award.
- Excludes students enrolling in Higher Degree Research, non-award, Study Abroad Program, Masters Qualifying Program, Dental (1577, 1613, 1638, 1574, 1580, 2126, 5702, 5703, 5699), Psychology (5070, 5747, 5753), Medical (1280, 5099), Nursing and Midwifery (1162, 1354), Master of Speech Pathology (5567), Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Physiology (1604), Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours) (1662), Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) (1590), English language programs at the Griffith English Language Institute, programs delivered wholly online, programs only offered part time, programs delivered onshore or offshore in collaboration with a partner organisation.
- Students must not be Australia Award/Australian Government scholarship recipients, foreign government scholarship recipients or on a pathway package with Griffith University.
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