Forensic Anthropology BSc (Hons)

University of Dundee

Bachelor's degree

In Dundee

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Description

  • Type

    Bachelor's degree

  • Location

    Dundee (Scotland)

  • Duration

    4 Years

  • Start date

    September

Forensic Anthropology is best described as the analysis of human remains for the medicolegal purposes of establishing identity, investigating suspicious deaths and identifying victims of mass disasters. It is a specialised area of forensic science that requires detailed anatomical and osteological training. Being able to assign a name to the deceased is critical to the successful outcome of all legal investigations. This becomes increasingly complex as the body passes through the various phases of decomposition.
The course is centred around human anatomy as the identification of the deceased relies heavily on not only hard tissue like the skeleton but also soft tissue information. You will be trained in our dedicated laboratories in the world renown Centre for Anatomy and Human Identification (CAHID). You will learn to dissect on our Thiel embalmed cadavers and have access to our extensive skeletal collections, both adult and juvenile. You have the opportunity to learn from our case active academic staff who are world leaders in their fields. This course is a great first step on the ladder to becoming a forensic practitioner.

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Location

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Dundee (Dundee City)
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University of Dundee, Nethergate, Dundee, DD1 4HN, Scotland, UK

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About this course

Previous graduates in forensic anthropology have gone on to pursue careers in areas such as biomedical science, scene of crime analysis, forensic science investigation and osteological research.

A number of students chose to enrol on a medical or dentistry degree and have found that the skills they acquired stood them in good stead, particularly with regards to radiology, paediatrics and orthopaedics.

Some graduates have continued into postgraduate study both within and outwith Dundee, building on what they learnt in their undergraduate degree. Some of these have progressed to become teachers and researchers in the field of forensic anthropology, providing services to both national and international forensic investigation.

BBBB (minimum) - AABB (typical) at Higher including biology, plus mathematics and chemistry (Standard Grade at 3 or National 5/Intermediate2 at C)
BCC (minimum) - BBB (typical) including A-Level biology, plus GSCE mathematics and chemistry at C / 4
A relevant BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma with DDM

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Subjects

  • Anatomy
  • Embryology
  • Histology
  • Gross Anatomy
  • Forensic Anthropology
  • Forensic Osteology
  • Forensic Human
  • Forensic science
  • Law
  • Sciences

Course programme

Level 1 and 2

The first two years of study are completed within Life Sciences where you follow the Life Sciences core modules. Through lectures, tutorials, practical work and field excursions you will received a general introduction to the life sciences and acquire the laboratory and research skills you will need for level 3 and 4.

During second year in addition to the core life sciences modules you will complete two modules specific to anatomy in preparation for level 3. Introduction to Human Anatomy and Comparative Anatomy will provide you with the first steps towards understanding the form and function of the human body and how it differs from other species.

Level 3

In your third year you move to study within CAHID full time and focus on human anatomy. There are four areas of study designed to provide you with a full understanding of the human body, its development and function.

  • CA31001 - Embryology
  • CA31002 - Histology 1
  • CA31003 - Gross anatomy 1
  • CA32001 - Histology 2
  • CA32002 - Research methods
  • CA32003 - Gross anatomy 2
Level 4

Fourth year sees you specialise in Forensic Anthropology. During this year you will focus on skeletal anatomy and begin to learn how the analysis of the skeleton fits within medico-legal investigation. You will be taught by teaching staff who are all case active certified forensic practitioners.

  • CA40001 - Forensic Osteology
  • CA41002 - Peri and Post mortem processes
  • CA41003 - Honours Project
  • CA42001 - Forensic Human Identification
  • CA42002 - Forensic Science and the Law
How you will be taught

We use a variety of teaching methods

  • Lectures
  • Seminars
  • Workshops
  • Tutorials
  • Practical laboratory classes
  • Dissection
How you will be assessed

All modules are assessed by a combination of in-course and end-of-course procedures.

  • Presentations
  • Critical reviews
  • Essays
  • Computer based and written examinations
  • Lab and Skeletal reports
  • Osteological spot-tests
  • Honours project

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Forensic Anthropology BSc (Hons)

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