Description
This module will introduce students to the concepts, principles, issues and approaches which are central to understanding and interpreting different forms of forensic evidence. Learning outcomes for this module are listed below. On completing this module, you will 1) Understand the central principles and theories that underpin the interpretation of forensic evidence. 2) Understand the role of different types of evidence in forensic investigations. 3) Understand the process of interpreting evidence in the context of a case, and be aware of the factors that may influence the accurate interpretation of evidence. 4) Be able to comment on contemporary issues and debates regarding the interpretation of forensic evidence. 5) Understand Bayesian approaches to interpreting evidence and be proficient in utilising these in relation to cases. The coverage of this module is intentionally broad. Following a general introduction to interpreting evidence, the course will introduce the scientific, legal and psychological contexts for reasoning about different forms of forensic evidence.
Module deliveries for 2024/25 academic year
Last updated
This module description was last updated on 19th August 2024.
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