Courses & Units

Foundations of Forensic Studies HSP503

Hobart

Introduction

xThis unit provides a survey and overview of interventions in the field of forensic studies. The unit covers topics such as crime scene investigation, forensic science, e-forensics, forensic interventions in social work and psychology, and the sociology of forensic studies. Discussion includes identification of diverse experts in the field, analysis of different notions of expertise and objectives, forensics and human rights, and evaluation of media images of forensic work. The unit provides a general introduction to the history and development of forensic studies, as well specific approaches, perspectives and techniques within the broad field.

Summary

Unit name	Foundations of Forensic Studies
Unit code	HSP503
Credit points	25
College/School	College of Arts, Law and Education School of Social Sciences
Discipline	Policing and Emergency Management
Coordinator	Doctor Loene Howes
Delivered By	Delivered wholly by the provider
Level	Postgraduate

Availability

Location	Study period	Attendance options		Available to
Hobart	Semester 2	On-Campus	Off-Campus	International International	Domestic Domestic

Key

: On-campus
: Off-Campus
: International students
: Domestic students

Key Dates

Study Period	Start date	Census date	WW date	End date
Semester 2	12/7/2021	10/8/2021	30/8/2021	17/10/2021

* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).

Unit census dates currently displaying for 2021 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2021 will be available from the 1st October 2020. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).

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Learning Outcomes

an advanced understanding of the social processes involved in the collection, analysis and use of forensic evidence from crime scenes to courts (i.e. the forensic process), including the critical decision-making points.
an advanced understanding of the diversity of forensic techniques and forensic roles, and the associated complexities, involved in forensic-led criminal investigations.
a critical understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of forensic evidence in criminal investigations and court processes.
an ability to communicate complex ideas in written and verbal form.
an ability to critically evaluate and articulate your own position on key debates surrounding the use of forensic evidence in the criminal justice field.

Fee Information

Field of Education	Commencing Student Contribution ^1,3	Grandfathered Student Contribution ^1,3	Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution ^2,3	Domestic Full Fee ⁴
019903	$1,987.00	$1,987.00	not applicable	$4,708.00

Available as a Commonwealth Supported Place
HECS-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility³
FEE-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility⁴

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Teaching

Assessment	Assignment (10%)\|Attendance (10%)\|Essay (30%)\|Essay (50%)
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Textbooks

Required	Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes.
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