GC167 - Graduate Certificate in Textiles (Forensics)
Plan: GC167 - Graduate Certificate in Textiles (Forensics)
Campus: Brunswick Campus
Overview
Program detailsPurpose of the ProgramArticulation and pathwaysEntrance requirementsExternal accreditation and industry linksStudent expenses and charges in addition to feesLibrary, IT and specialist resourcesProgram details
Award title: Graduate Certificate in Textiles (Forensics)
Award abbreviation: GCText(Forensics)
Total credit points: 48
Career: PGRD
Duration: 1 year part-time
Location: Onshore, Brunswick Campus
Owning school: Fashion & Textiles (350H)
Owning school URL: www.rmit.edu.au/about/schools-colleges/fashion-and-textiles
ASCED code: 019903
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Top of pagePurpose of the Program
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.
Top of pageArticulation and pathways
Upon successful completion of this program you may be eligible to undertake further studies in RMIT University programs including MR214 Master of Technology (Fashion and Textiles) subject to the program's entry requirements.
If you have already developed areas of skill and knowledge included in this program (for example, through prior studies or work experience), you can apply for credit once you have enrolled in this program.
Top of pageEntrance requirements
You must have:
- Successfully completed an Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent overseas qualification) in a relevant discipline with a GPA of 2.0 (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.
Top of pageExternal accreditation and industry links
The Graduate Certificate in Textiles (Forensics) has professional industry links with a wide range of organisations and associations, including the Australian Academy of Forensic Sciences http://forensicacademy.org/site/ and the American Academy of Forensic Sciences https://www.aafs.org/ .
Whilst there are currently no professional bodies that recognise or accredit programs in textile forensics, the School of Fashion and Textiles has many close links with industry which take a variety of forms. The program is taught by academics who have strong linkages within the contemporary scientific research community. In addition, the program works with external industry experts to provide further exposure to current industry developments.
The program has regular consultations with industry advisory groups that consist of high profile industry representatives. Part of these consultations is to ensure that the program's links with industry standards and practice remain current and valid.
Top of pageStudent expenses and charges in addition to fees
Once you are enrolled as a student in this program you will need to allow for expenses other than university tuition fees. Additional expenses may relate to the purchase of lecture notes, textbooks, stationery, consumables such as printer paper, fees levied by commercial internet service providers for internet access outside of the university campus, and other relevant costs.
Top of pageLibrary, IT and specialist resources
RMIT University provides a wide range of resources and opportunities to assist your learning and wellbeing so you can achieve your study and career goals.
The University Library has many services, facilities and study spaces for you to use. There are extensive scholarly resources such as books, journals and online videos either linked from within your online courses or available from the Library website. The Library is focused strongly on assisting students with academic skills development, including research, communication and mathematics skills. There is online assistance via the Ask-a-Librarian chat service, online guides or take advantage of face-to-face help at each of the library sites. Each library site has individual and group study rooms, computers and print facilities to support your study
and learning needs.
You can find more information on Library resources and services at: http://www.rmit.edu.au/library
Other services within the University include:
- Transition to tertiary study and learning
- Career development and employment
- Living and wellbeing, including advice on health, housing and financial matters
- Enabling assistance if you have a disability, long term medical condition or other forms of disadvantage which may impact on your learning
- Opportunities for participation in arts, sport and recreation activities
- Opportunities for scholarships, leadership and study abroad
Explore https://www.rmit.edu.au/students for further information.
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