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Programme Name: Master of Forensic Science <\/strong><\/p>\n

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Awarding Institution<\/strong><\/td>\nUniversiti Teknologi Malaysia<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Teaching Institution<\/strong><\/td>\nUniversiti Teknologi Malaysia<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Programme Name<\/strong><\/td>\nMaster of Forensic Science<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Final Award
\n<\/strong><\/td>\n		Master of Forensic Science<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Programme Code<\/strong><\/td>\nMSCQ1<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Professional or Statutory Body of Accreditation
\n<\/strong><\/td>\n		MALAYSIAN QUALIFICATIONS AGENCY (MQA)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Language(s) of Instructions
\n<\/strong><\/td>\n		English<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Mode of Study<\/strong><\/td>\nConventional<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Mode of operation<\/strong><\/td>\nSelf-govern<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Study Scheme<\/strong><\/td>\nFull Time<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Study Duration
\n<\/strong><\/td>\n		Full Time: Minimum: 1\u00bd years; Maximum: 4 years<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Type of Semester<\/td>\nNo. of Semesters<\/td>\nNo. of weeks per semester<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Full Time<\/td>\nPart Time<\/td>\nFull Time<\/td>\nPart Time<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Normal<\/td>\n3<\/td>\n<\/td>\n18<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Maximum<\/td>\n8<\/td>\n<\/td>\n18<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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\n[\/et_pb_tab][et_pb_tab title=”Entry Requirement” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ global_colors_info=”{}”]General University Requirements:
\n<\/b>Basic conditions of entry is referring to the Assessment Guidelines in 1998 Entry Pind. 1\/2013.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Faculty Requirements:
\n<\/b>Bachelor of Science (Chemistry, Industrial Chemistry, Forensic Science, Applied Science, Health Science or related courses) with CPA \u2265 3.0 from any institution of higher learning recognized by the Senate OR<\/span><\/p>\n

Bachelor of Science (Chemistry, Industrial Chemistry, Forensic Science, Applied Science, Health Science or related courses) or equivalent and recognized with CPA\u00a0 \u00a0 \u2265 2.7 and work experience for at least ONE year in related field OR<\/span><\/p>\n

Bachelor of Science (Chemistry, Industrial Chemistry, Forensic Science, Applied Science, Health Science or related courses) or equivalent and recognized with CPA \u00a0 \u00a0 \u2265 2.5 and work experience for at least TWO years in related field.<\/span><\/p>\n

English Language Requirements (for international students):
\n<\/b>All international students who apply for UTM must have a valid TOEFL for the last two years or IELTS certificate. Students with a TOEFL score of 550 (or 79 IBT) or IELTS Band 6 will be enrolled in the faculty program without undergoing UTM English Courses.<\/span>
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Programme Educational Objectives (PEO)<\/strong>
\n<\/span>To produce forensic science professionals that are:<\/span><\/p>\n

PEO1:<\/strong>
\nSkilled, competent, ethical, creative, and innovative for meeting the requirement of national development and advancement.<\/span>
\nPEO2:<\/strong>
\nCapable of continuously enhancing forensic science knowledge and research skills for providing better services and products.<\/span>
\nPEO3:<\/strong>
\nProfessional, ethical, responsible and responsive to the values of humanity and sustainability in forensic practice, consistent with the philosophy of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).<\/span>
\nPEO4:<\/strong>
\nCapable of collaborating with relevant governmental agencies and private entities for enhancing forensic practice and\/or research activities.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

[\/et_pb_tab][et_pb_tab title=” Programme Learning Outcomes” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Programme Learning Outcomes (PLOs)<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
(a) Technical Knowledge and Competencies<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Programme Learning Outcome<\/strong><\/td>\nIntended Learning Outcome<\/strong><\/td>\nTeaching and Learning Methods<\/strong><\/td>\nAssessments<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
PLO1<\/strong><\/p>\n

(Knowledge and Understanding, C1)<\/td>\n

Ability to acquire and apply advanced knowledge as well as understanding of forensic principles and related research advances.<\/td>\nLectures, group laboratory works, group discussions and problem-based learning.<\/td>\nFinal examinations, tests, project reports and assignments.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
PLO2<\/strong><\/p>\n

(Cognitive Skills, C2)<\/td>\n

Ability to design practical skills, tools or standard investigative technique which are informed by forensic science knowledge at its forefront and the latest developments in its discipline.<\/td>\nLectures, group laboratory practical, simulated crime case investigations, group discussions, problem-based learning, hands-on instrumentations, forensic skills and research project.<\/td>\nFinal examinations, tests, project reports, assignments, oral presentations, group crime scene investigation simulation.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
PLO3<\/strong><\/p>\n

(Practical Skills, C3A)<\/td>\n

Ability to design highly advanced analytical methodologies or investigative techniques in one or more area of forensic science specializations.<\/td>\nLectures, simulated crime investigations, group discussions, problem-based learning, expert witness testimony (moot court), hands-on instrumentations, forensic skills, research project and its presentations.<\/td>\nFinal examinations, tests, project reports, assignments, moot court (expert witness testimony), oral presentations, group crime scene investigation simulation.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
(b) Generic Skills<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
PLO4<\/strong><\/p>\n

(Interpersonal Skills, C3B)<\/td>\n

Ability to explain the information, insights, ideas, problems, as well as present solutions coherently to peers, scholarly, community and community as well as society at large in the field of expertise, ethically and professionally.<\/td>\nLectures, simulated crime investigations, group discussions, problem-based learning and expert witness testimony (moot court).<\/td>\nIndividual assignments, research project reports, oral presentations and expert witness testimony (moot court).<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
PLO5<\/strong><\/p>\n

(Communication Skills, C3C)<\/td>\n

Ability to elaborate technical, scientific and forensic information as well as expert testimony effectively via oral and written presentations<\/td>\nGroup discussions, individual research project, expert testimony (moot court), simulated crime scene investigation.<\/td>\nOral presentations, expert witness testimony (moot court), written assignments and research project reports.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
PLO6<\/strong><\/p>\n

(Digital Skills, C3D)<\/td>\n

Ability to utilize a wide range of appropriate suitable digital technologies and related software to enhance study, analysis, work and practice.<\/td>\nDemonstrations, group discussions, problem-based learning, research project and problem-based learning.<\/td>\nAssignments and research project reports.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
PLO7<\/strong><\/p>\n

(Numeracy Skills, C3E)<\/td>\n

Ability to evaluate the numerical and graphical data for forensic study and casework using mathematical and statistical methods.<\/td>\nGroup laboratory works, simulated crime scene investigations and expert witness testimony (moot court).<\/td>\nGroup laboratory reports, simulated crime scene investigation, expert witness testimony (moot court), presentations and assignments.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
PLO8<\/strong><\/p>\n

(Leadership, Autonomy and Responsibility, C3F)<\/td>\n

Ability to lead professionally with suitable management skills, and have full responsibility for own work, and significantly for others in the forensic analysis team, organizations, projects and works.<\/td>\nLectures, simulated crime case investigation, group discussions and problem-based learning.<\/td>\nOral presentations, group assignments, simulated crime case investigations.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
PLO9<\/strong><\/p>\n

(Personal Skills, C4A)<\/td>\n

Ability to demonstrate self-advancement through continuous academic or professional development that are relevant in forensic science disciplines.<\/td>\nLectures, simulated crime case investigation, group discussions and problem-based learning.<\/td>\nOral presentations, group assignments, simulated crime case investigations.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
PLO10<\/strong><\/p>\n

(Entrepreneurial Skills, C4B)<\/td>\n

Ability to recommend the commercial values of forensic projects and\/or analysis.<\/td>\nLectures and group discussions.<\/td>\nAssignments.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
PLO11<\/strong><\/p>\n

(Ethics and Professionalism Skills, C5)<\/td>\n

Ability to demonstrate adherence to legal, professional, ethically sound and sustainable codes of practice in reporting and presenting forensic tasks.<\/td>\nLectures and group discussions.<\/td>\nAssignments.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

[\/et_pb_tab][et_pb_tab title=”Programme Structure” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ global_colors_info=”{}”]MSCQ1 Programme Structure<\/b><\/p>\n

This is a 3-semester full-time programme comprising a total of 45 credits that include six core courses (18 credits), three elective course (9 credits), one research methodology course (3 credits), one University compulsory course (3 credits), research project 1 and research project 2 (12 credits).<\/span><\/p>\n

The following is a typical course distribution for the Master of Forensic Science (by taught course):<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Year<\/b><\/td>\nSem<\/b><\/td>\nCode<\/b><\/td>\nCourse<\/b><\/td>\nCredit Hours<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1<\/span><\/td>\n1<\/span><\/td>\nMSCQ1303<\/span><\/td>\nResearch Methodology
\n<\/span>Kaedah Penyelidikan<\/span><\/i><\/td>\n		3<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
MSCQ1803<\/span><\/td>\nForensic Evidence and The Aspects of Law
\n<\/span>Bukti Forensik dan Aspek Perundangan<\/span><\/i><\/td>\n		3<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
MSCQ1823<\/span><\/td>\nForensic Chemistry
\n<\/span>Kimia Forensik<\/span><\/i><\/td>\n		3<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
MSCQ1XX3<\/span><\/td>\nElective Course 1
\n<\/span>Kursus Elektif 1<\/span><\/i><\/td>\n		3<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
UHAX6XX3<\/span><\/td>\nUniversity Compulsory Course
\n<\/span>Kursus Wajib Universiti<\/span><\/i><\/td>\n		3<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Total Credit Hours<\/b><\/td>\n15<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1<\/span><\/td>\n2<\/span><\/td>\nMSCQ1180<\/span><\/td>\nForensic Research Project 1
\n<\/span>Laporan Penyelidikan Forensik 1<\/span><\/i><\/td>\n		6<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
MSCQ1853<\/span><\/td>\nForensic Pratical
\n<\/span>Amali Forensik<\/span><\/i><\/td>\n		3<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
MSCQ1913<\/span><\/td>\nCrime Scene Investigation
\n<\/span>Siasatan Tempat Jenayah<\/span><\/i><\/td>\n		3<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
MSCQ1923<\/span><\/td>\nBiological Aspects of Forensic Science
\n<\/span>Aspek Biologi Sains Forensik<\/span><\/i><\/td>\n		3<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Total Credit Hours<\/b><\/td>\n15<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2<\/span><\/td>\n1<\/span><\/td>\nMSCQ1XX3<\/span><\/td>\nElective Course 2
\n<\/span>Kursus Elektif 2<\/span><\/i><\/td>\n		3<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
MSCQ1XX3<\/span><\/td>\nElective Course 3
\n<\/span>Kursus Elektif 3<\/span><\/i><\/td>\n		3<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
MSCQ1833<\/span><\/td>\nMoot Court and Expert Testimony
\n<\/span>Keterangan Pakar dan Mahmakah Moot<\/span><\/i><\/td>\n		3<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
MSCQ2180<\/span><\/td>\nForensic Research Project 2
\n<\/span>Laporan Penyelidikan Forensik 2<\/span><\/i><\/td>\n		6<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Total Credit Hours<\/b><\/td>\n15<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Grand Total Credit Hours<\/b><\/td>\n45<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n


\nList of Programme Elective Course:<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Course Code<\/b><\/td>\nCourse Name<\/b><\/td>\nCredit Hours<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
MSCQ1813<\/span><\/td>\nForensic Analytical Instrumentation<\/span><\/td>\n3<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
MSCQ1933<\/span><\/td>\nExamination of Questioned Document<\/span><\/td>\n3<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
MSCQ1943<\/span><\/td>\nQuality Assurance in Forensic Science<\/span><\/td>\n3<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
MSCQ1953<\/span><\/td>\nForensic Engineering<\/span><\/td>\n3<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
MSCQ1963<\/span><\/td>\nComputer Forensics<\/span><\/td>\n3<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
MSCQ1973<\/span><\/td>\nFire and Arson Investigation<\/span><\/td>\n3<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
MSCQ1983<\/span><\/td>\nFirearms and Forensic Ballistic<\/span><\/td>\n3<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
MSCQ1993<\/span><\/td>\nForensic Toxicology and Drugs of Abuse<\/span><\/td>\n3<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Elective course availability is subject to change<\/em>
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Programme Name: Master of Forensic Science Awarding Institution Universiti Teknologi Malaysia Teaching Institution Universiti Teknologi Malaysia Programme Name Master of Forensic Science Final Award Master of Forensic Science Programme Code MSCQ1 Professional or Statutory Body of Accreditation MALAYSIAN QUALIFICATIONS AGENCY (MQA) Language(s) of Instructions English Mode of Study Conventional Mode of operation Self-govern Study Scheme […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":111,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","template":"","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"

\r\n\r\nProgramme Name: Master of Science (Forensic Science)<\/strong> <\/strong><\/span>\r\n\r\n
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| Entry Requirement<\/a><\/strong> | Programme Objectives<\/a> <\/strong>| Programme Learning Outcomes<\/a> <\/strong>|\u00a0 Programme Structure<\/a> <\/strong>|\u00a0Activities<\/a> <\/strong>| <\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Awarding Institution<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\r\nUniversiti Teknologi Malaysia<\/span><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
Teaching Institution<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\r\nUniversiti Teknologi Malaysia<\/span><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
Programme Name<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\r\nMaster of Science (Forensic Science)<\/span><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
Final Award\r\n<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\r\nMaster of Science (Forensic Science)<\/span><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
Programme Code<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\r\nMSCN<\/span><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
Professional or Statutory Body of Accreditation\r\n<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\r\nKementerian Pengajian Tinggi<\/span><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
Language(s) of Instructions\r\n<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\r\nBahasa Melayu & English<\/span><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
Mode of Study<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\r\nConventional<\/span><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
Mode of operation<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\r\nSelf-govern<\/span><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
Study Scheme<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\r\nFull Time and Part time<\/span><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
Study Duration\r\n<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\r\nFull Time: Minimum: 1\u00bd years; Maximum: 3 years<\/span>\r\n\r\nPart Time: Minimum: 2 years; Maximum: 4 years<\/span><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
Type of Semester<\/span><\/td>\r\nNo. of Semesters<\/span><\/td>\r\nNo. of weeks per semester<\/span><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
Full Time<\/span><\/td>\r\nPart Time<\/span><\/td>\r\n Full Time<\/span><\/td>\r\nPart Time<\/span><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
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