Graduate Certificate in Textiles (Forensics)
Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology
About
When investigating crimes, garments and household textiles can hold critical information that can only be revealed through applying knowledge and skills of textile forensic science.The Graduate Certificate in Textiles (Forensics) program has been designed for professionals such as forensic investigators, police, forensic scientists, insurance investigators, and judicial authorities who want to develop specialised knowledge and technical skills in textile fibre identification and forensic textile examination.
The program will provide you with training in scientific textile testing and analysis of fibres, fabrics, garment, constructions, textile damage and degradation, and methods of textile colouration.The program is offered on campus in face-to-face mode of delivery.
You will experience a variety of interactive learning and teaching approaches, both face to face and online, that include:
problem-based learning;
case-study methods;
workshop sessions, online forums and team-based activities to plan, produce and deliver textile forensic investigation reports.On completion of the program you will have specialised textile knowledge to lead, manage and undertake textile examinations in a range of forensic contexts.
Structure
All courses listed may not be available each semester
Year One of Program
Complete the following Four (4) Core Courses:
| Course Title | Credit Points | Course Code | Campus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forensics: Characterising Textile Fibres | 12 | ONPS2652 | Brunswick Campus |
| Forensics: Textile Use and Damage | 12 | ONPS2654 | Brunswick Campus |
| Forensics: Textile Colouration and Colour Change | 12 | ONPS2658 | Brunswick Campus |
| Forensics: Textiles Case Studies | 12 | ONPS2656 | Brunswick Campus |
Entry requirements
You must have:
- Successfully completed an Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent overseas qualification) in a relevant discipline with a GPA of 2.5 (out of 4.0); OR
- A minimum of 3 years of professional work experience in a related industry.
To have your professional experience considered you must include in your application a CV and personal statement that details your experience.
English language requirement
A minimum of IELTS (Academic module) overall score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0, or equivalent. For equivalents to English entry requirements, see the English requirements web page.
Learning outcomes
As a graduate of this program, you will be able to:
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