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MSc, PgDip Forensic Biology

Cranfield University, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

The MSc in Forensic Biology will appeal to those interested in pursuing a career as a forensic practitioner. In particular, with specific interests within the field of biology. Since the course will have a particular focus on detecting and evaluating biological evidence types, such as DNA, blood, and other body fluids.

This MSc will appeal to students interested in a career in a forensic laboratory with a science or forensic science first degree.

This course focuses on the interpretational and critical thinking skills required to evaluate forensic evidence as a forensic practitioner. 

This course is exclusively at the Cranfield campus, so no additional security clearance is required to attend campus. In addition, students will be able to use the brand-new facilities and equipment which form part of a significant investment in Cranfield Forensic Institute at Cranfield Campus.

General Eligibility

A first or second-class honors degree or equivalent in archaeology, forensic science, scientific discipline, or the professional equivalent. Students with other degrees who can show a knowledge of and interest in the scientific elements of the subject will also be considered.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Compulsory modules
  • Analytical Techniques

  • Courtroom Skills

  • Bloodstain Pattern Analysis

  • DNA

  • Body Fluids

  • Investigation and Evidence Collection

  • Reasoning for Forensic Science

  • Research Project

Elective modules

  • Digital Scene Forensics

  • Forensic Ecology

  • Fakes and Forgeries

  • Fire Engineering

  • Fires, Explosions and their Investigation

  • Forensic Archaeology Mass Grave Excavation

  • Fundamentals of Forensic Anthropology Osteology

  • Introduction to Fire Investigation

  • Mass Fatality Incidents

  • Practical Archaeological Excavation

  • Radiographic Investigations in Forensic Science

  • Trace Evidence

  • Trauma Weapon Effects

Language Requirement

IELTS 6.5 overall and 5.5 in all skill components.

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