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Overview
What you will study
To understand how the concept of trace evidence is used in a forensic investigation and how scientific techniques can be used to locate, collect, classify and compare evidence types.
The objectives of the Trace Evidence course offered by Cranfield University are:
- To fully understand the concept of “trace” evidence and how the term can be applied to a wide range of physical evidence types
- To understand how this range of physical evidence can be located and investigated using forensic techniques
- To transfer the theoretical knowledge of trace evidence into a practical forensic examination investigation.
Programme Structure
The program focuses on:
- Trace evidence concepts, direct and indirect transfer, retention time, transfer diagrams
- Fibre and hair construction
- Fibre and hair microscopy for identification and comparison
- Glass construction and forensic examination
- Paint characterization
- Soil analysis
- Shoe & Tyre Print Examination
- Tool marks and fingerprints
- Case studies in trace evidence.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 5 days
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
English
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Forensic Science View 21 other Short Courses in Forensic Science in United KingdomAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
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Other requirements
General requirements
- A graduate who is new to the field of forensic analysis and/or requires appropriate degree or experience.
Tuition Fee
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International
1925 GBP/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1925 GBP for the full programme during 5 days. -
National
1925 GBP/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1925 GBP for the full programme during 5 days.
Living costs for Cranfield
700 - 1300 GBP /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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