Overview

Through the MSc Forensic Anthropology from University of Dundee you will learn how forensic anthropology contributes to the analysis and interpretation of human remains. Forensic anthropology is the study of the human, or what remains of the human, for medico-legal purposes. It plays a key role in UK and international investigations in cases of inter-personal violence and homicide, repatriation, mass disasters and war crimes.

Many of the university's expert staff are forensic practitioners. They will help you gain the skills needed to interpret skeletal remains, produce and present expert witness reports, and learn how these reports are used in the legal process. You will also study either skeletal development or the techniques used in the search for human remains.

Careers

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, physical anthropologist, forensic scientist or allied careers using the transferable skills gained.

Our graduates have gone on to roles in the following areas:

academia

teaching

research

museums

project management

forensic scene examination

law enforcement

further postgraduate training

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Programme Structure

Modules included:

Disaster Victim Identification (DVI) training

Developmental Juvenile Osteology

Forensic Osteology

Peri and Post-Mortem Processes

Forensic Human Identification

Forensic Science and the Law

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-07-31 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

62

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TOEFL^® IBT

87

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Dundee, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Anthropology Forensic Science View 86 other Masters in Anthropology in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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62

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TOEFL^® IBT

87

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General requirements

Your degree should be in a biomedical science or a related degree. You may also apply if you are able to demonstrate appropriate professional experience.
A UK Upper Second-Class Honours (2:1) degree

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Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
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Tuition Fee

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International

20600 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 20600 GBP per year during 12 months.
National

12000 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 12000 GBP per year during 12 months.

England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and Republic of Ireland: £ 12,000

Living costs for Dundee

787 - 1494 GBP /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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