Forensic Archaeology and Anthropology PGDip at University of Dundee

Programme overview

A nine-month full-time Postgraduate Diploma introducing forensic archaeology and forensic anthropology, from the search for buried evidence through to presenting evidence in court, for professionals who do not want an extensive research project.

Faculty: Faculty of Science, Engineering, and Business | Duration: 9 months full time | Intake: September 2027 | Study mode: full-time | Location: Dundee, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Archaeological techniques in criminal and humanitarian investigations, search and recovery of human remains, human osteology and decomposition, skeletal trauma, and estimation of biological identity. Includes a mock scene, an expert witness report and a mock trial in the Moot Court; core modules include Disaster Victim Identification (online).

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Application information

Entry requirements

UK applicants: a UK upper second-class honours (2:1) degree in a relevant subject, or appropriate professional experience.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,300 a year. Scotland and England, Wales, Northern Ireland and Republic of Ireland rate; tuition only Source

International applicants: GBP 15,350 a year. Tuition before scholarships Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 9 months full time

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