Graduate Diploma in Forensic Odontology

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.

Campus
Duration
Fees
ATAR

North Terrace

Full-time - 1 years

$53,000
N/A

Designed for

Practising dentists who wish to gain experience in the professional field of forensic odontology

Structure

Students complete 5 core courses in Forensic Odontology.

Subjects

  • Forensic odontology

Entry requirements

  • A Bachelor of Dental Surgery or equivalent.
  • At least 2 years' experience in general dental practice

Recognition

Dental boards throughout Australia

Study Pathways

Programs that lead into this award: Bachelor of Dental Surgery. Programs that you can do on completion of this award: Doctor of Clinical Dentistry

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