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Overview
What you will learn
On successful completion of this Forensic Archaeology - Recovering Buried Remains course offered by Cranfield University , a student should be able to:
- Evaluate and critically assess the development of forensic archaeology and its current application on UK and international crime scenes
- Critically assess the main techniques used in the location of buried objects and evaluate their usefulness in different terrains and against different target types
- Summarise key aspects of stratigraphy, soil characteristics/properties and their impact on both the archaeological record, context and the excavation techniques
- Critically assess the main techniques used in excavation, documentation and recovery of buried remains and evaluate their usefulness in different soil contexts
- Plan and implement the practical aspects of a forensic excavation and its documentation.
Programme Structure
The program focuses on:
- The development of Forensic Archaeology in both UK and international contexts
- Perpetrator behaviour
- Search and location
- Grave digging practical
- Principles of geophysics
- Principles of surveying
- Stratigraphy
- Scene documentation and recording
- Assessing soils
- Running a forensic excavation
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 5 days
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Cranfield, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Archaeology Forensic Science View 16 other Short Courses in Forensic Science in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
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Academic 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.
Other requirements
General requirements
- Anyone whose current role involves the investigation of major crime or the examination of such scenes, or who is seeking to develop their career in forensic scene examination would benefit from this course.
Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents2250 GBP / full≈ 2250 GBP / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents2250 GBP / full≈ 2250 GBP / full
Living costs
Cranfield
United Kingdom
700 - 1300 GBP / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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