Introduction to Crime Scene Investigation & Biology Awareness

Lecturers & Undergraduate Students

Lecture Topics

Before joining us at our training facility, we host a remote 2-hour lecture on one of the following topics to introduce students to the world of Crime Scene Investigation & Biology Awareness:

• DNA
• Blood Pattern Analysis
• Sexual Assault Case Investigation
• Expert Witness Awareness

Day 1

Introduction to Crime Scene Investigation (Morning)

Lectures and practical sessions covering the basics of crime scene investigation.

Introduction to DNA profiling and sampling (Afternoon)

Lectures on the basics of DNA and DNA profiling, as well as exploring the different techniques available for case assessments and interpretation. Practical sessions include swabbing and DNA recovery in mock crime scenes at our training facility.

Day 2

Blood Pattern Analysis

Lectures on Blood Pattern Analysis, including different pattern types, documentation and reporting as well as DNA sampling. Then students are invited to participate in an afternoon of practical exercises in blood dynamics, reconstruction, and target boards.

Day 3

Sexual Assault Case Awareness (Morning)

Students start the final day with an introduction to sexual assault case awareness, including detection of body fluids, interpretation of findings in a case content as well as case examples and the examination of a sexual assault scene.

Concluding Scenario (Afternoon)

Students participate in practical scene-based case study exercise which incorporates everything they have learned over the 3 days!

Do you offer bespoke training services?

Yes. We can offer training in all areas of forensic science, so please email us at training@forensic-access-group.co.uk to discuss your requirements.

How long does this course last?

There is a remote 2-hour lecture on the topic of your choice, followed by a 3-day training course at our training facility in Shrivenham, Wiltshire.

How is payment made for this course?

Please email our training team at training@forensic-access-group.co.uk to book your place, or to discuss group discounts for university degree courses.