Forensic Science

This CPD-accredited forensic science course begins with a summary of the field's history. Although this course does not qualify you to work as a forensic scientist, you will be introduced to the main roles and responsibilities of this discipline. You'll explore crime scene types and investigations, and also learn about collecting, preserving, and analysing testimonial and physical evidence.

This forensic science course explains the range of techniques used in this area of study.

You'll learn about forensic toxicology, which focuses on substances and drugs found at crime scenes. We'll discuss the analysis of handwriting, ink and paper, typewritten text and printed documents. You'll examine one of the most important techniques available to forensic investigators – DNA analysis. This forensic science course also covers the collection, preservation, and analysis of digital evidence.

You'll delve into the fields of forensic anthropology and forensic odontology as part of this forensic science course. These areas offer essential techniques that help solve both old and recent cases.

From forensic image analysis to Artificial Intelligence (AI), this forensic science course examines the most recent advances and technologies. It also provides real case studies that demonstrate a wide range of forensic tools and techniques.

By studying this course, you will learn about:

• Forensic science's history and main goals
• The importance of crime scene investigations
• Evidence collection and analysis
• The types of drugs and substances found at crime scenes
• DNA analysis and its application in forensic investigations
• Handwriting analysis
• Digital evidence collection, analysis, and preservation
• The types of human remains analysis used in crime scene investigations
• Forensic science technologies and advancements
• The use of case studies

Although this course alone does not equip you to work as a forensic scientist, this course will equip you with the foundational understanding you’ll need to move on to further study and a career in the field.

This course counts towards your Continuing Professional Development (CPD), making it a meaningful addition to your ongoing learning journey. You'll also benefit if you are interested in the science behind crime-solving and investigation, criminology, law enforcement, technology or crime scene analysis.

Please note: A bachelor's degree in a scientific field like biology, chemistry, or forensic science is generally required to work as a forensic scientist.