FSC-30033 - Module Specification
School of Chemical and Physical Sciences
Faculty of Natural Sciences

Programme/Approved Electives for 2024/25

Available as a Free Standing Elective

Co-requisites

None

Prerequisites

Successful completion of FHEQ Level 5 modules or equivalent in forensic science.

Barred Combinations

None

Description for 2024/25

This module further develops your knowledge and practical experience of marks and trace examination that will prepare you for the forensic laboratory practitioner workplace. Working through current SOPs and guidelines will provide valuable employability skills. An emphasis will be made on the documentation of forensic physical trace evidence that will be usable in court.

This module aims to teach students key theoretical and practical issues of some specialist areas of Forensic Science which complement the core curriculum of the course. Topic areas will cover advanced forensic trace evidence examination and their proper handling procedures.

Intended Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate the ability to accurately document, photograph, and appropriately handle and preserve forensic evidence: 1
Synthesise and evaluate different ideas and concepts from specialist topics in Forensic examination and apply these to the solution of problems in forensic crime.: 1
Apply appropriate professional and ethical standards to the collection, analysis, and evaluation of Forensic samples using a range of advanced techniques.: 1
Communicate effectively and critically reflect on the examination of evidence and own practice within a forensic lab: 2

Study hours

Pre-laboratory familiarisation material: 15 hours
Theoretical lectures: 5 hours
Preparation and summary lectures: 10 hours
Practical laboratories: 5 x 3h = 15h
Guided independent study: 105 hours
Asynchronous online resources: 50h
Pre-lab preparation: 5h
Class-test revision: 50h

School Rules

None

Description of Module Assessment