Bachelor of Science (Hons) Forensic Science

UCSI University

Cheras, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Quick Facts

Duration

4 years

Mode

Full-time, On-campus

Intake

Jan, May, Jul, Sep

Tuition Fees

RM102,071

Course Highlights

  • Multidisciplinary programme that covers a wide range of fields including health science, psychology, management, crime scene investigation and criminal law
  • Taught by renowned academics and forensic scientists who are competent and experienced in various aspects of forensic fields
  • Numerous award-winning professors, with 5 professors ranked in Stanford's World's Top 2% Scientists
  • Ranked #265 in the world and top 1% globally in the QS World University Rankings 2025

Course Structure

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

Entry Requirements

  • UCSI Foundation in Science or equivalent in Malaysia: Minimum CGPA 2.50, inclusive of minimum GPAs of 2.50 in:
    • Chemistry
    • Biology/Physics
    • and *Additional requirement
  • National matriculation: Minimum CGPA 2.50, inclusive of minimum GPAs of 2.50 in:
    • Chemistry
    • Biology/Physics
    • and *Additional requirement
  • STPM: Minimum CGPA 2.50, inclusive of minimum GPAs of 2.50 in:
    • Chemistry
    • Biology/Physics
    • and *Additional requirement
  • UEC: Minimum Grade B in five (5) subjects, inclusive of:
    • Chemistry
    • Biology/Physics
  • A Level Minimum Grade D in:
    • Chemistry
    • Biology/Physics
    • and *Additional requirement
  • Australian High/Secondary School Diploma (Grade 12) - SAM/AUSMAT/SACE/TEE/NTCE/WACE: Minimum ATAR 60% or minimum 60% average five (5) subjects inclusive of:
    • Chemistry
    • Biology/Physics
  • Canadian Grade 12 - CPU/CIMP: Minimum average of 60% in six (6) subjects inclusive of:
    • Chemistry
    • Biology/Physics
  • International Baccalaureate (IB): Minimum score of 26/42 from six (6) subjects, inclusive of:
    • Chemistry
    • Biology/Physics
  • Diploma/Advanced Diploma in related field:
    • Minimum CGPA 2.75 in a related diploma from recognised institutions OR
    • CGPA below 2.75 (above 2.00) in a related diploma from recognised institutions and a minimum of 36 months working experience in the same field.
  • Other qualifications recognized by the Malaysian government: Admission: Case by case basis

*Additional Requirement: 5Cs or equivalent in SPM/equivalent, 3Cs of which must be in Biology/Physics/Mathematics/Chemistry/English.

**Additional requirement: 5Cs or equivalent in SPM/equivalent in Biology, Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry and English

  • CEFR: Low B1
  • IELTS: Score of 5.5
  • TOEFL: Minimum score of 550
  • MUET: Band 3

Estimated Fees

Application fees (non-refundable)

RM400

RM200

  • PROMO

Tuition fees

RM102,071

Other miscellaneous fees

RM17,720

Discounts & scholarships

-RM300

  • Exclusive

Total payable amount

RM119,691

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