Forensic Ballistics

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Cranfield University

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• Entry requirements
  A first or second class honours degree, or equivalent, in a relevant discipline such as a science, archaeology, anthropology, engineering, forensic science, materials, or the professional equivalent. Students with other degrees who can show a knowledge of and interest in the scientific elements of the subject will also be considered.
• Academic title
  Masters
• Course description

  The Forensic Ballistics course is part of the MSc Forensic Programme and is highly practical and hands-on, aiming to produce a clear understanding of how firearms and ammunition function, the science of ballistics, the role of the forensic firearms examiner and how the forensic evidence produced in gun crime can be used to help resolve issues in relation to criminal and civil law.

  The course consists of a one-week period of introductory studies followed by academic instruction in modular form. Most modules are of five days duration, interspersed with weeks devoted to private study. The taught phase of the course is led by Cranfield academics, external leading experts and industry specialists in the field of firearms. Students are required to take four core modules, seven course specific modules and choose three elective modules based on their particular background, future requirements or interests. This is followed by a four-month research project and either a thesis or literature review and paper.
  
  Course Delivery:

  Students are required to take four core modules, seven course specific modules and choose three elective modules based on their particular background, future requirements, or interests. This is followed by a four-month research project and thesis.

  Some modules for this MSc will be taught at Cranfield University at Shrivenham. Due to the nature, content and location of elements of this course, additional security clearance will be required.

  
  
  

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