Graduate Diploma in Forensic Odontology
Get your teeth into forensics
Forensic odontology is a specialist dental science required within the criminal justice system. Forensic odontologists perform examinations required by law enforcement agencies, medical examiners and coroners. They work to identify perpetrators and victims, usually by comparing dental records with human remains and bite marks.
What will you do?
Our Graduate Diploma in Forensic Odontology has a practical focus. It looks at the professional handling, examination, interpretation and presentation of dental and oral evidence. You will:
- conduct oral autopsies, bite-mark examinations and age estimations
- study the history and ethics of dental forensics and its role within the law
- prepare case records and reports
- explore video and computer imaging techniques.
Note: The nature of the concepts and casework required are often confronting and may be distressing to some people.
Note:
This degree is only available in blended mode and on-campus attendance is required. if you are a continuing student in the degree and are unable to attend campus, please contact your program coordinator for program advice.
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| SATAC Code | 3GD082 |
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| Deferment | Yes - 2 year |
| Intake | February and July |
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Fees and Scholarships
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| Indicative annual tuition fees |
Australian Full-fee place: $50,500
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FEE-HELP
This is an Australian full-fee program. As a domestic student you may be eligible to:
- receive a zero interest government assistance package to cover your course fees and
- use over $100,000 in HELP assistance over your lifetime
Scholarships
These scholarships, as well as many others funded by industry and non-profit organisations, are available to potential and currently enrolled students.
Careers
Career Readiness
Potential careers include as a forensic odontologist, in addition to general dental practice. Graduates will become competent to provide an important service to the community in both civil and criminal jurisdictions with an in-depth understanding of the correct professional handling, examination, interpretation and presentation of dental and oral evidence that may come before legal authorities.
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Graduate Attributes
The objective of this program is to produce graduates with specific attributes as outlined in University of Adelaide Graduate Attributes.- Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
- Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
- Teamwork and communication skills
- Professionalism and leadership readiness
- Intercultural and ethical competency
- Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural competency
- Digital capabilities
- Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
Potential careers
Graduates of this program have gone on to roles such as:
Forensic Odontologist
Degree Structure
Students complete 5 core courses in Forensic Odontology.
Academic Program Rules
The Calendar is a comprehensive handbook of the University's academic program rules.
Example Study Plan
| Year 1 | ODONT 6017 Research Methods and Ethics | ODONT 6008AHO/BHO Casework in Forensic Odontology | ODONT 6012HO Principles and Methods of Forensic Odontology | |
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| ODONT 6016A/B Forensic Odontology Research | ODONT 6018 Integrated Forensic Science | |||
Assessment
Assessment includes essays, seminar participation, written and viva voce examinations and a research project.
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Last updated: Tuesday, 10 Oct 2023
