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12 Forensic Anthropology Degree Programs
University College London (UCL)
Bioarchaeological and Forensic Anthropology MSc
- London, United Kingdom
MSc
Full time
1 year
On-Campus
English
This MSc program in Bioarchaeological and Forensic Anthropology is designed for those interested in understanding human remains from past populations and for forensic contexts. It combines theory with practical skills, covering topics like skeletal a…
University of Prešov
Doctoral in Anthropology
- Prešov, Slovakia
PhD
Full time, Part time
5 years
On-Campus
English
Anthropology is the only scientific discipline that studies humans from a natural science perspective, taking into account both their biological and social nature.
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The University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Anthropology, BA - Forensic Concentration
- Knoxville, USA
BA
Full time
On-Campus
English
The Forensic Concentration within the Anthropology major prepares students to apply biological, archaeological, and cultural anthropology methods to forensic investigations. It emphasizes understandin...
Liverpool John Moores University
Forensic Anthropology with Foundation Year, BSc (Hons)
- Liverpool, United Kingdom
BSc
Full time
On-Campus
English
This degree combines criminal justice studies with practical forensic skills, preparing students to work in forensic anthropology and related fields. It covers key topics like human osteology, crimina...
Texas Tech University
Anthropology, B.A.: Forensic Anthropology Concentration
- Lubbock, USA
BA
Full time
On-Campus
English
The Bachelor's degree in Anthropology with a concentration in Forensic Anthropology is designed to prepare students to apply biological and archaeological methods to solve legal and criminal cases. Th...
University of Lancashire
Forensic Anthropology, PGCert
- Online United Kingdom
Postgraduate Certificate
Full time
On-Campus
English
The Forensic Anthropology PGCert program focuses on providing students with a broad understanding of human osteology and the methods used to analyze human remains in forensic contexts. It covers key t...
University of Exeter
Bioarchaeology: Forensic Anthropology MSc
MSc
Full time
On-Campus
English
The MSc in Bioarchaeology with Forensic Anthropology offers a detailed look into human skeletal remains, combining archaeological techniques with forensic science. Students learn how to analyze bones ...
Liverpool John Moores University
Forensic Anthropology, MSc
- Liverpool, United Kingdom
MSc
Full time
On-Campus
English
The MSc in Forensic Anthropology is designed to prepare students for careers involving the analysis of human remains within a criminal justice context. The program covers a variety of topics, includin...
Durham University
MSc in Forensic Archaeology and Anthropology
- Stockton Road, United Kingdom
MSc
Full time
On-Campus
English
This program offers a detailed education in forensic archaeology and anthropology, focusing on how these fields work together to solve forensic cases. Students learn to identify and analyze human rema...
The University of Western Australia
Master of Forensic Anthropology
- Perth, Australia
Master degree
Full time
On-Campus
English
The Master of Forensic Anthropology program focuses on training students to analyze human remains in criminal investigations and mass disaster scenarios. It combines the study of human osteology, arch...
The University of Western Australia
Graduate Diploma in Forensic Anthropology
- Perth, Australia
Graduate Diploma
Full time
On-Campus
English
The Graduate Diploma in Forensic Anthropology is designed for students interested in applying biological and archaeological techniques to solve legal cases involving human remains. The program covers ...
Liverpool John Moores University
Forensic Anthropology, BSc (Hons)
- Liverpool, United Kingdom
BSc
Full time
On-Campus
English
The program focuses on teaching students how to examine human remains to help solve mysteries from the past and present. It covers key areas like identifying bones, understanding human biology, and te...
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Forensic Anthropology combines elements of biological anthropology, archaeology, and forensic science to analyze human remains and assist in legal investigations. This discipline is vital in identifying individuals and determining circumstances of death, making it both intriguing and impactful.
Through courses in osteology, trauma analysis, and bioarchaeology, students gain expertise in interpreting skeletal remains and understanding their context. Practical training often includes fieldwork and lab analysis, allowing students to sharpen their skills in identifying age, sex, ancestry, and trauma patterns in bones. The environment encourages independence and curiosity as students engage with real-world cases.
As a student of Forensic Anthropology, you’ll develop competencies in recovery techniques and the use of anthropological tools to analyze skeletal data effectively. Graduates commonly pursue paths in criminal justice, academic research, or work with law enforcement agencies, where they apply their knowledge to real-life scenarios. The skills acquired also prove invaluable for careers related to human rights and archaeology, supporting various global initiatives.