Teaching and assessment for Advanced Forensic Anthropology PGDip

You will explore the processes by which bone is formed. You will learn how it grows and is shaped into the individual elements of the human skeleton.

From the embryonic period, you will follow the development of every bone in the skeleton from early formation to full maturity.

This module will change name to Forensic Reporting in September 2025

Learn how to identify bones and communicate your findings.

Using your knowledge of skeletal anatomy you will learn to identify bones whether they are in front of you, in a picture, or broken

Forensic archaeology is the use of archaeological theory and methods in criminal investigations.

This module introduces the role of the forensic archaeologist. It introduces the use of archaeology in criminal and humanitarian investigations. It covers location and recovery of human remains, through to the court of law in the UK.

Learn advanced forensic archaeology. You will develop skills in:

• desk-based surveys
• landscape profiling
• clandestine burial searches

You will gain hands-on excavation and recording experience. You will learn to produce court-disclosable notes, and write court-admissible forensic reports.

Learn about medical imaging theory and application. This will also cover analysis with skills in image interpretation and evaluation in research and forensics

Learn about research methods and statistical analysis for biological and forensic anthropology. This will cover the basics as well as more advanced knowledge