PhD/MSc by Research in Forensic Science
University of Central Lancashire
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At the University of Central Lancashire, we specialise in Forensic Anthropology and Forensic Taphonomy research. Our team of academics is internationally renowned and works on a number of cutting-edge projects.Our academic team have wide-ranging expertise. We have specialists in anatomy, osteology, genetics and genomics, -omics disciplines, microbiome studies, human and animal decomposition, trauma, and disaster victim identification.We perform forensic and taphonomic experiments at our ...Read more

At the University of Central Lancashire, we specialise in Forensic Anthropology and Forensic Taphonomy research. Our team of academics is internationally renowned and works on a number of cutting-edge projects.

Our academic team have wide-ranging expertise. We have specialists in anatomy, osteology, genetics and genomics, -omics disciplines, microbiome studies, human and animal decomposition, trauma, and disaster victim identification.

We perform forensic and taphonomic experiments at our Taphonomic Research in Anthropology: Centre for Experimental Studies (TRACES). TRACES is an animal taphonomy facility. It's a 13-acre research site where we perform empirical decomposition research.

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26/101
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18th
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87th
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23 Jan 25

The facilities for my course are some of the best in the country. There is also loads of extra crucial..Read more

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Abdul
16 Jan 25

Best aspect is the support the uni offers through the mental health team. They are professional and qualified with apprehensive advice when it comes to mentally..Read more

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£5,250 per year

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£17,900 per year

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SR
Student Reviewer
23 Jan 25
Forensic Science and Criminal Investigation BSc (Hons)
The facilities for my course are some of the best in the country. There is also loads of extra crucial...
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Abdul
16 Jan 25
Forensic Science and Criminal Investigation BSc (Hons)
Best aspect is the support the uni offers through the mental health team. They are professional and qualified with apprehensive advice when it comes to mentally...
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University of Central Lancashire
University of Central Lancashire , Lancashire

The University of Central Lancashire is an international, multi-campus university leading the way in modern postgraduate...

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University of Central Lancashire
Preston, Lancashire Preston Lancashire PR1 2HE United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Preston   0.2 miles away

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