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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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Sep 2026
3 Year
This degree explores how archaeological techniques and the analysis of human remains are used in a forensic (medico-legal) context.You will gain a full grounding in archaeological excavation, surveying and recording of crime scenes.In addition, you will also learn about human anatomy and anthropological analysis of human remains, including age, sex, ancestry assessment and the analysis and interpretation of trauma.Specialist modules will allow you to understand how scientific techniques are used to build up a biological profile of unidentified remains; processes of decomposition (and preservation) of human tissues and associated materials; trauma analysis; and forensic identification of living people.You'll also gain an understanding of scientific principles and how data should be presented in a legal context.
Professional accreditationThis course is accredited by the Chartered Institute for Archaeologists (CIfA) and University Archaeology UK (UAUK), and by The Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences (CSFS).
RankingsWe are ranked 7th in the UK for Forensic Science in the Complete University Guide 2021.
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