The course provides you with the opportunity to study the breadth of Forensic Science whilst allowing you to maximise your potential by selecting more than one specialised topic such as: Forensic Genetics, Fire Scene Investigation, Drug Analysis or Forensic Mark Comparison.You will study a number of core and optional theory and practical based modules over two semesters with an extended research project in the third semester. Typical modules include: Professional Skills in Forensic Science, Forensic Entomology, Forensic Anthropology, Evidence Gathering at Fire Scenes, Investigating Drug Crime: from Scene to Court, Forensic Mark Comparison, Research Methods, Research project.<br><br>This is a research-based project that provides the opportunity to demonstrate an ability to plan and conduct an independent research investigation related to the overall programme of study. This will involve identification of research aims and objectives based on the literature followed by data collection, critical analysis and interpretation of results in relation to relevant literature.<br><br>This is a module directed to postgraduate students which develops tools and methodologies required for advanced research study. This includes project planning, data analysis and choice of statistical packages, time, project and data management, technology transfer and setting up collaborations, data presentation, information retrieval and report writing including selection of methods. This module is designed such that the student builds up a portfolio of expertise, which sets the ground and provides specific information for their research project. This module is designed such that the student can also benefit by undertaking this module in a self-study mode.