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pg00002 EDUCATIONAL AIMS OF THE PROGRAMME The aims of the BSc (Hons) Forensic Investigation are: • To provide a coherent learning experience for you to acquire a broad knowledge and understanding of the scientific principies and techniques underpinning forensic investigation. • To train you to become proficient in the documentation, collection and analysis of evidence from simulated crime scene scenarios. • To develop your ability to gather intelligence during an investigation, from both physical and witness evidence. • To develop your transferable skills, especially in team working and in the communication and reporting of evidence in a fashion understandable to the general public. • To develop research skills that you can utilise effectively to pursue independent work in a specified área within the forensic investigation discipline. • To gain the skills necessary for independent learning and for attaining responsibility for your own career planning and development. • To develop a scientific and investigative approach to your study programme. • To develop your knowledge and understanding of the valué and importance of all types of evidence. What is distinctive about this programme? An innovative mix of both the theoretical and practical elements of forensic investigation. Students can fully appreciate operational relevance of the theory by gaining hands on experience of a range of cutting edge technologies in the criminalistics laboratories in our Science Centre. Use of our crime scene house to develop investigative skills through practical application of crime scene investigation and interviewing techniques. The examination and investigation of both volume and serious incidents from the crime scene to court. Highly knowledgeable and dedicated staff with vast experience of all aspects of forensic and criminal investigation. The development of an innovative award that incorporates essential elements of forensic analysis of evidence, crime scene processing and criminal investigation designed for students who wish to work in a field related to crime scene investigation or criminal investigations. </div>