University of Dundee
Anatomy & Advanced Forensic Anthropology MSc
Dundee, United Kingdom
DURATION
12 Months
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
31 Jul 2024
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2024
TUITION FEES
GBP 20,600 / per year *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* for International students
Introduction
Anatomy is the study of the structure of the body. It deals with the relationship of organs and tissues at a gross (whole organ) and microscopic (histological) level.
Forensic anthropology is the analysis of human remains. This is done for the medico-legal purpose of establishing identity. It plays a key role in UK and international investigations in cases of interpersonal violence and homicide, repatriation, mass disasters, and war crimes.
There are many reasons why you should study at the University of Dundee.
- We’re 1st in the UK for Forensic Science (Complete University Guide, 2023)
- Many of our expert staff are forensic practitioners
- We were the first UK university to use the Thiel embalming system in our teaching. We are now considered the UK’s leading Thiel facility. - our technicians have been consulted by a variety of anatomical institutions across the world.
- You’ll have access to our Scheuer and osteology skeletal collections. These will help you learn how each bone in the body forms and develops
You will learn how forensic anthropology contributes to the analysis and interpretation of human remains. You’ll gain the skills needed to interpret juvenile skeletal remains. You will also learn how to produce, and present forensic skeletal reports. You will also learn how these reports are used in the legal process.
You will also gain a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of gross anatomy. This will be done through full body dissection of Thiel embalmed cadavers. These cadavers are soft-fix. This means they retain real-to-life qualities, including realistic color, tissue quality, and flexibility.
Admissions
Curriculum
Core Modules
These modules are an essential part of your course.
- Disaster Victim Identification (Online)
- Human Gross Anatomy 1
- Developmental Juvenile Osteology
- Forensic Anthropology as Expert Evidence
- Human Gross Anatomy 2
- CAHID MSc Research Project Dissertation
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
If you are wondering what you can do with a degree in anatomy and advanced forensic anthropology, there are many options for you.
There is high demand for anatomically-trained forensic anthropologists. Particularly those who are competent in dealing with both soft and hard tissues. Completing this MSc degree will give you the skills to continue into academic research or take the next steps in forging a career as a forensic anthropologist or anatomist.
Our graduates have gone on to roles in the following areas:
- Academia
- Teaching
- Research
- Museums
- Technical
- Forensic Practice
- Further Postgraduate Training
Program delivery
A range of teaching methods will be used to support your learning including:
- Lectures
- Tutorials
- Guest Speakers
- Seminars