Overview

Throughout the Forensic Odontology course from Adelaide University you’ll discover professional handling, examination, interpretation and presentation of dental and oral evidence. Get trained in court procedures and giving expert testimony. You’ll be prepared to work competently in both civil and criminal jurisdictions.

Learn through video and computer imaging techniques. Take advantage of our hands-on approach to deal independently with routine forensic odontological casework. Explore how to prepare evidence for legal proceedings. Contribute to disaster victim identification efforts.

Gain an understanding of forensic medicine and pathology principles. Develop the knowledge and skills to create a rewarding career in this subspeciality of dentistry through theoretical and practical study.

Uncover the intersection of dental science and forensic investigation with Adelaide University. Open new career opportunities in law enforcement, disaster response and legal consultation.

Career opportunities:

Graduates of this program will be equipped to assist in forensic odontology casework.

Identify victims of mass disaster. Work as a consultant. Examine and analyse bite marks. Daily tasks require attention to detail, strong analytical skills and the ability to communicate findings clearly both in writing and verbally. Forensic odontologists must be prepared to work on cases that may be confronting and distressing to some people.

You could work in conjunction with the following:

Coroner and medical examiner offices
Government agencies
Police and military services
Insurance companies
Hospitals
Child and senior protection agencies
Private consulting firms
Academic institutions (for research and teaching).

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research Methods and Ethics
Integrated Forensic Science
Casework in Forensic Odontology T/Y Continuing
Casework in Forensic Odontology T/Y Final
Forensic Odontology Research T/Y Continuing
Forensic Odontology Research T/Y Final

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-03 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-02-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-23 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

48 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Gawler, Australia

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS code: 115855H

To be eligible, an applicant must have achieved the following minimum entry requirements and demonstrate they fulfil any prerequisite and essential criteria for admission. In cases where there are more eligible applicants than available places, admission will be competitive with ranks based on the entry criteria.

A completed Bachelor of Dental Surgery (or higher) from a recognised higher education institution; AND
At least two years' experience in general dental practice.

Essential requirements

Applicants are asked to provide the following:

An updated CV that provides comprehensive academic and employment history as well as current clinical position held;
2 referees on official letterhead;
1 page statement of interests and aptitudes.

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Tuition Fees

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77000 AUD / year

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Citizens or residents

55700 AUD / year

≈ 55700 AUD / year

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