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Medium Of InstructionsMode Of LearningMode Of Delivery
EnglishSelf StudyVideo and Text Based

Course Overview

The ‘The Science Behind Forensic Science’ online course is a study about the techniques and strategies involved in forensic science and its scientific concepts. The online program is provided to students who are interested in learning about forensic science by the online educational platform FutureLearn. The course study is developed and offered by the renowned King’s College London. 

The forensic science online course by FutureLearn allows students to learn at their own pace and take part in discussions. The course is scheduled for four weeks and the students are expected to spend two hours every week to complete the program. Kim Wolff, David Ballard, Denise Syndercombe Court, and Gabriella Mason-Buck are research experts with whom the candidates get an opportunity to learn.

The ‘The Science Behind Forensic Science’ training program helps the students gain theoretical and practical applications of the ideas associated with forensics. The course certificate is provided to the eligible students after course completion.

The Highlights

  • Online course
  • Self-paced learning
  • Four weeks program
  • Two hours to study per week
  • Offered by King’s College London
  • Expert guidance
  • Free training
  • Course certificate

Programme Offerings

  • videos
  • Articles
  • Readings
  • discussions
  • Learners Network
  • Course Steps
  • Progress Page
  • Weekly Activities. Assessments
  • Social learning
  • test
  • Certificate

Courses and Certificate Fees

Certificate AvailabilityCertificate Providing Authority
yesFuturelearn

Eligibility Criteria

Certificate qualifying details

The students of the ‘The Science Behind Forensic Science’ online course will qualify to receive the course certificate after completing 90% of the course steps, assignments, and tests.

What you will learn

Knowledge of ChemistryKnowledge of BiologyKnowledge of genetics

The ‘The Science Behind Forensic Science’ curriculum is focused on familiarizing the students with knowledge of the following,

  • Analysis of the crime scene and the techniques used for the analysis of the evidence.
  • The genome allows the understanding of forensic DNA evaluation.
  • Learn about the application of concepts of chemistry to comprehend the strategies in forensics
  • Recognition of the positives and negatives of the judicial systems in providing forensic evidence.

Who it is for

The Science Behind Forensic Science online certification course is designed for students interested in exploring the field of forensics and the science behind the strategies involved. The insights gained from the course helps those aspiring for a career in the field associated with forensic science such as the police officer, forensic investigator, law enforcement personnel, private security agent, etc.,


Admission Details

The admission for the ‘The Science Behind Forensic Science’ is done by registering online through the FutureLearn website

Step 1: Go to the course page on the official website of FutureLearn using the link

https://www.futurelearn.com/courses/science-behind-forensic-science

Step 2: Select the course version and click on the respective ‘Join Course’ link.

Step 3: Fill in the details and complete the registration.

Application Details

The students applying for  ‘The Science Behind Forensic Science’ program should enter their name, phone number, and email address on the registration form or can choose to join the course using their Google or Facebook ID.

The Syllabus

  • Welcome
  • Crime scene management
  • The crime scene search and evidence recovery
  • Weekly Wrap up

  • Item examination
  • DNA profiling
  • Profile matching
  • DNA intelligence
  • Weekly wrap up

  • Introduction to forensic chemistry
  • Forensic chemistry laboratory
  • Physical examination
  • Presumptive testing
  • Confirmatory testing
  • Weekly wrap up

  • Evidence in the courts
  • Definitions
  • Scientific evidence and testimony
  • The jury
  • Final Assessment
  • The case solved

Instructors

KCL London Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1: Which university/institute offers the ‘The Science Behind Forensic Science’ course?

The online course is offered by the King’s College London by FutureLearn.

2: How long will it take to complete the ‘The Science Behind Forensic Science’ online course?

The course will take four weeks to complete and the students are required to spend two hours per week.

3: What are the prerequisites for ‘The Science Behind Forensic Science’ certification program?

There are no prerequisites for this course.

4: How long can I access the ‘The Science Behind Forensic Science’ classes for free?

The course can be accessed free for four weeks.

5: Will I receive a certificate after completing the ‘The Science Behind Forensic Science’ training program?

Yes, you will receive the certificate of achievement by FutureLearn after completing the course through the upgrade or unlimited version.

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