Course

Bachelor of Medical Science (Forensic Mortuary Practice)

Approved Abbreviation: BMedSc(ForMortPrac)

Western Sydney University Course Code: 3733.1

AQF Level: 7

Students should follow the course structure for the course version relevant to the year they commenced. This version applies to students whose commencement year in this course is 2017 or later.

This is a three year degree that combines traditional biomedical disciplines (biology, chemistry and biochemistry) with those of medical science (anatomy, physiology, pathology) and with a focus on forensic science in the senior years. Career opportunities include forensic mortuaries and forensic laboratories (as forensic technicians), and also in the funeral industry or as post mortem assistants.

This course will involve study at both Campbelltown and Hawkesbury campuses.

Study Mode
Three years full-time

Admission

Assumed knowledge: At least two of biology, chemistry, mathematics and physics.

Applications from Australian and New Zealand citizens and holders of permanent resident visas must be made via the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC). Use the links below to apply via UAC or Western Sydney University. Applications made directly to Western Sydney do not have an application fee.

Applicants who have undertaken studies overseas may have to provide proof of proficiency in English.

Local and International applicants who are applying through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) will find details of minimum English proficiency requirements and acceptable proof on the UAC website. Local applicants applying directly to the University should also use the information provided on the UAC website.

http://www.uac.edu.au/

https://westernsydney.uac.edu.au/ws/

Special Requirements Prerequisites
Students must have a National Police Certificate, and a First Aid Certificate. Students must comply with NSW Health vaccination requirements and be prepared to submit a completed Adult Immunisation Card to placement institutions.

Work Integrated Learning

Western Sydney University seeks to enhance student learning experiences by enabling students to engage in the culture, expectations and practices of their profession or discipline. This course includes a placement or other community-based unpaid practical experience.

There is a mandatory work component required for completion of this course. Please contact the Course Advisor listed above for information.

One-day placement (observational) at a forensic mortuary in unit 301127 Mortuary Practice Two-week clinical placement at a forensic mortuary (or similar) in 301128 Advanced Mortuary Practice.

Course Structure

Qualification for this award requires the successful completion of 240 credit points which include the units listed in the recommended sequences below.

This course will involve study at both Campbelltown and Hawkesbury campuses.

Recommended Sequence

Year 1

Autumn session

Campbelltown or Hawkesbury Campus

301126

Concepts in Human Anatomy

300811

Scientific Literacy

300806

Forensic Science

(Note: 300806 Forensic Science is only available at Hawkesbury campus)