The Science Behind Forensic Science

Get a fascinating introduction to the science of forensic science and discover how it's applied in the real world with this online course from King's College London.

Duration

4 weeks

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2 hours

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Discover the biology and chemistry behind forensic science

How does forensic science really work? How are scientific principles applied in crime scenes? Answer these questions and more with this course from the team who teach the longest-running forensic science programme of its type in England.

On the course you will get an introduction to the chemistry and biology of forensic science. You will examine the methods used in forensic science and learn about how these technique are used in crime scenes and explained in the court room.

Kindly note that the course material was produced before COVID-19 distancing and restrictions were put into effect. To learn more about COVID-19 advice and guidance at King’s College, please visit this page.

What topics will you cover?

  • Introduction to Forensic Science and the Crime Scene
  • Forensic Biology
  • Forensic Chemistry
  • Evidence in the Court Room

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