This module is not currently running in 2024 to 2025.
This module focuses on various aspects of science communication to the public, including the creation of general interest posters, before guiding students through the processes associated with the presentation of evidence to the courts as an expert witness. This concludes with a cross-examination process in a realistic courtroom environment.
Private Study: 138
Contact Hours: 12
Total: 150
Not available as an elective module.
• Writing an Expert Witness Report (25 pages) – 40%
• Poster (1 page) – 20%
• Defending an Expert Witness Report (10 minutes) – 40%
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See the library reading list for this module (Canterbury)
On successfully completing the module students will be able to:
1. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of essential facts, concepts, principles and theories relating to Forensic Science.
2. Present scientific material and arguments clearly and correctly, in writing and orally, to a range of audiences.
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