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Forensic Science
and Human Biology
Why study this course?

This programme will give you an in-depth knowledge of human biology
and forensic science and is recognised by the Chartered Society of
Forensic Sciences.
Our understanding of the human body is instrumental in the forensic
analysis of a crime scene. Human Biology will provide a detailed
understanding of the physiology and anatomy of the major systems of
the human body that are integral to various aspects of Forensic Science
including forensic identification.
You will receive a multi-disciplinary learning experience from academics
in the faculty, supported by contributions from forensic professionals,
clinicians and pathology laboratory staff. This will give you a sound
understanding and hands-on experience of a wide range of techniques
for forensic and biological analysis as well as physiology and anatomy
with contributions from the School of Medicine and the School of Health
and Rehabilitation. We have a strong research culture and have previously
offered placement opportunities which enhance the student experience.
These have included a visit to the world-renowned ‘body farm’ at the
University of Tennessee and to the ‘Orangutan Island’ to study Bornean
orangutans in collaboration with University of Sains Malaysia. You may
also be able to study abroad for a semester at one
of our partner universities.

Indicative modules

First year
• Chemical Science Principles
• Forensic Science Principles
• Forensic Analysis
• Forensic Identification
• Introduction to Human
Physiology
• Cell and Molecular Biology
• Genetics and Evolution
• Human Physiology
and Pathology
Second year
• Spectroscopy and
Advanced Analysis
• Forensic Genetics
• Criminalistic Methods
• Drugs of Abuse
• Human Genetics
• Research and Analytical Skills
• Health and the Environment
• Nutrition and Energy Balance
Third year
• Forensic Toxicology
• Evaluation of Evidence,
Explosives and Arson
• Forensic Science Team Project
• Advances in Medicine

Key Information
Course type
Dual honours

For information on dual
honours combinations please
visit www.keele. ac.uk/
ugcourses

Course duration
Three years

Indicative entry
requirements
ABB to BBB

For further information on
entry requirements please
visit www.keele.ac.uk/
entryrequirements

Study abroad
Yes

• Clinical Pathology
• Human Parasitology
• Life Sciences Experimental
Research Project
• Life Sciences Dissertation
• Applied Life Sciences Placement

What will this mean
for my future?

Our graduates have progressed
to careers in the forensic science
sector, analytical and research
laboratories and teaching.
Studying this subject combination
would also allow you to pursue
postgraduate study in the forensic,
biological or analytical fields.
Our dedicated and supportive
approach to teaching, coupled
with excellent modern laboratories
and industry standard equipment,
mean that you will graduate as
an independent scientist with a
sound theoretical understanding
and relevant practical experience
across a range of analytical,
biochemical, physiological and
forensic techniques.

For more course information please visit

keele.ac.uk/ugcourses

Kamaljeet Kaur

Forensic Science and Human
Biology, Second year
Both Human Biology and
Forensic Science use a wide
range of teaching methods to
support us with our assignments
and exams. I am very happy
that I chose these as my dual
honours as I am enjoying the
course content, especially the
practical classes. This choice
also gives me a wider scope
of career opportunities and in
the end I can choose the major
route I want to take.
Smart minds choose Keele

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