- Duration: 6 weeks
- Provider: FutureLearn
- Course Fee:Paid
- Course Delivery Method: Self Paced
DNA and pathological analysis provides important insights into origin of archaeological specimens. This course explores key forensic techniques used in modern archaeology. Real life case studies and 3D models make it an interesting experience.
What you will learn
- Body location and recovery in forensic contexts
- Osteoprofiling (skeletal analysis of sex, age-at-death, stature)
- Identification of pathology and trauma
- Latest developments in biomolecular techniques
- Taphonomic processes (decomposition and commingling of human remains)
- Forensic case studies (e.g. post-conflict regions, mass disasters)
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Certificate
Included -
Age Group
15+ -
Prerequisites
None -
Institution
Durham University -
Difficulty Level
Beginner -
Category
Courses in Humanities, -
SubCategory
History,