BSc (Hons) Forensic Science

UCSI University’s Forensic Science programme combines scientific theory with practical skills to prepare students for investigative careers. Covering areas like forensic chemistry, biology, psychology, crime scene investigation, criminal law, and digital forensics, it aligns with industry needs. Taught by experts, the programme emphasizes hands-on training and evidence analysis, equipping graduates with the analytical and professional skills needed to thrive in the forensic field.

UCSI Foundation in Science or equivalent (Malaysia): Minimum CGPA 2.50, including a minimum GPA of 2.50 in:

• Chemistry

• Biology/Physics

• *Additional requirement

National Matriculation: Minimum CGPA 2.50, including a minimum GPA of 2.50 in:

• Chemistry

• Biology/Physics

• *Additional requirement

STPM: Minimum CGPA 2.50, including a minimum GPA of 2.50 in:

• Chemistry

• Biology/Physics

• *Additional requirement

UEC: Minimum Grade B in five (5) subjects, including:

• Chemistry

• Biology/Physics

A-levels: Minimum Grade D in:

• Chemistry

• Biology/Physics

• *Additional requirement

Australian High/Secondary School Diploma (Grade 12) - SAM/AUSMAT/SACE/TEE/NTCE/WACE: Minimum ATAR 60% or minimum 60% average in five (5) subjects, including:

• Chemistry

• Biology/Physics

Canadian Grade 12 – CPU/CIMP: Minimum average of 60% in six (6) subjects, including:

• Chemistry

• Biology/Physics

International Baccalaureate (IB): Minimum score of 26/42 from six (6) subjects, including:

• Chemistry

• Biology/Physics

Diploma/Advanced Diploma (related field):

• Minimum CGPA 2.75 from recognised institutions

• CGPA below 2.75 (above 2.00) from recognised institutions with a minimum of 36 months working experience in the same field

Other qualifications recognized by the Malaysian government: Case-by-case basis

*Additional Requirement: Minimum 5Cs or equivalent in SPM/equivalent, including 3Cs in Biology/Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry, and English.

English Language Requirements

For Local Students:

• CEFR: Low B1

• IELTS: Score of 5.5

• TOEFL PBT: Minimum score of 550

• MUET: Band 3

For International Students:

• IELTS: Score of 6.0

• TOEFL iBT: Minimum score of 60

• TOEFL PBT: Minimum score of 550

• Pearson Test of English: Minimum score of 59

• MUET: Band 4

• CEFR: Low B2

• Cambridge English Qualifications and Tests: Minimum score of 169

Year 1

• Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban (for local students) / Bahasa Komunikasi `3 (for international students)

• Falsafah dan Isu Semasa
• Chemistry For Applied Sciences
• Human Anatomy and Physiology
• Forensic Analytical Chemistry 1
• Cell Biology
• Chemistry 2
• Inorganic Chemistry 1
• Microbiology
• Physical Chemistry 1
• Introduction to Forensic Science
• Inorganic Chemistry 2
• Extracurricular Learning Experience 1

Year 2

• Kursus Integriti dan Anti Rasuah

• University Life
• Business Law- Malaysian Perspective
• Forensic Biology
• Organic Chemistry 1
• Physical Chemistry 2
• Human Genetics
• Organic Chemistry 2
• Spectroscopy and Structural Chemistry
• Forensic Analytical Chemistry 2
• Forensic Anthropology
• Criminology and Forensic Psychology
• Extracurricular Learning Experience 2

Year 3

• Research Methodology and Data Analysis

• Forensic Pathology
• Forensic DNA Profiling and Analysis
• Material and Polymer Chemistry
• Fire Investigation
• Criminal Law
• Ballistics and Explosive
• Forensic Final Year Project A
• Forensic Cooperative Placement 1
• Extracurricular Learning Experience 3
• Elective I

Year 4

• Forensic Environmental Chemistry

• Drug and Medicinal Chemistry
• Digital Forensics
• Forensic Final Year Project B
• Forensic Final Year Project C
• Forensic Cooperative Placement 2
• Elective II

Electives (Choose 2 out of 5)

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

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)