Forensic Science MSc

• Evidence Collection and ManagementYou'll be provided with the theoretical and practical skills necessary for examining crime scenes and analysing the evidence collected. Evidence recovery will be covered in depth, as will laboratory and other analytical techniques.
• Mastering Forensic EvidenceYou'll address the important issue of how different evidence types interrelate, and learn how to assess which types may be most important in a particular investigative context. You'll learn to identify the evidential value of diverse evidence types.
• Mastering Forensic AnalysisThis involves the analysis of physical and biological materials within a forensic science context, mainly offences against a person. The presentation of forensic expert evidence will also be a significant part of this module
• Specialist TopicsCustomise your studies to cover subject areas not covered in your course, and in which you may have personal expertise or other professional interest.
• Research MethodsGain the support and foundations in the research skills for your Master’s level dissertation. You’ll investigate generic research activities, including project management and dissertation preparation.
• Research ProjectHere, you'll be complete a significant research project and present the results in a thesis, prepared to the highest scientific professional standards.

Your progress will be assessed using a variety of methods including laboratory reports, court reports (including witness statements), presentations, exams, essays and reports.