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Learner Reviews & Feedback for Introduction to Forensic Science by Nanyang Technological University, Singapore

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About the Course

We have all seen forensic scientists in TV shows, but how do they really work? What is the science behind their work? The course aims to explain the scientific principles and techniques behind the work of forensic scientists and will be illustrated with numerous case studies from Singapore and around the world. Some questions which we will attempt to address include: How did forensics come about? What is the role of forensics in police work? Can these methods be used in non-criminal areas? Blood. What is it? How can traces of blood be found and used in evidence? Is DNA chemistry really so powerful? What happens (biologically and chemically) if someone tries to poison me? What happens if I try to poison myself? How can we tell how long someone has been dead? What if they have been dead for a really long time? Can a little piece of a carpet fluff, or a single hair, convict someone? Was Emperor Napoleon murdered by the perfidious British, or killed by his wallpaper? *For Nanyang Technological University (NTU) students, please be noted that this course will no longer be eligible for credit transfer....

Top reviews

AP

Apr 16, 2021

HI, I am student of forensic science and as per my knowledge this is the best course i come across.

you just need to have basic knowledge, the cases given in the course are awesome.

i loved this

KW

Jun 3, 2021

This course was very interesting. It covered different forensic science components in a very methodical way and interspersed cases studies to illustrate the techniques and give real world examples.

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By Wes N

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Aug 2, 2017

The content of the course was exactly what I was looking for, and was very well presented. I felt the case studies could have been better prepared and more direction given in how to grade the submissions.

By S. A

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Oct 10, 2024

Very interesting course! I enjoyed it very much. I'm not crazy about having my case study exercises graded by other students, especially those who haven't grasped the basic concepts we were just taught!

By Julaiha M

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Jun 27, 2021

Respected prof,

It is an wonderful learning with you. Actually, this is not my profession. But I have interest in forensic science. I really enjoyed the learning. And you are really good sir. Thank you.

By Salla h

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Apr 2, 2024

As per the available sources the best content have made ,and easy to understand for beginners also from different backgrounds .H ow the forensic science works in every aspects of investigations.

By Louis A K H T

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Nov 8, 2016

I have really learn a lot through the participation of the course and would like to sincerely thank the people conducting the course to make the course so enriching and also interesting.

By Dawa D T

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Nov 25, 2020

I loved learning all those case studies and the skills to solve mysterious cases. Great thing to learn, thank you NTU, Coursera and my Bhutan Government for such a great opportunity.

By Simeon A

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Jun 8, 2021

Very informative and well lectured course that gives the needed practical use of the knowledge given. I would recommend any science enthusiast to take up this course.

By Sil

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Feb 26, 2022

Course was useful and informative. Case studies for marking purposes by peer submissions are questionable given the apparent variance in experience with forensics.

By Darrell W

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Jan 28, 2018

Excellent course except for the peer review. Students don't have enough reliable knowledge to correctly evaluate an opinion based argument.

By keme b

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Jul 5, 2022

IT WAS GREAT. LOVED THE CASE STUDIES WHICH HELPED CRITICAL THINKING. VIDEOS OF THE LECTURES CLEAR AND VOICE UNDERSTANBLE

By Deleted A

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Nov 7, 2016

The material is good, but the format of the case study submission has allowed numerous cases of cheating and plagiarism.

By SAAD B

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Feb 3, 2021

This course is good and it helps me to understand basics of forensic science and that how to solve any crime case.

By Manojkumar V

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Aug 5, 2024

https://www.coursera.org/learn/forensic-science/peer/ROb6c/the-ang-mo-kio-case/review/-FrrQFMDEe-uigr_6Tm1kQ

By Malli K

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Jul 15, 2022

it is helpfull for all the science students

tnq Nanyang Technological University, Singapore.

By John C

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Feb 14, 2022

I enjoyed this class. I now have a better understanding and respect for Forensic Science.

By Amy S

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Aug 16, 2024

Interesing course. I learned a lot. Big thanks to Professor Roderick Bates.

By Juan J C

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Jul 7, 2020

es sumamente interesante, sin embargo se encuentra un poco desactualizado

By Sivasankari S

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May 21, 2018

the course you provided was very useful and interesting and easier too.

By Monisha s

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Aug 22, 2024

Hi, I would be really grateful if someone could review my assignment.

By Swarnava M

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Jul 23, 2017

Very innovative and detailed course. Dr Bates is a very good teacher.

By Abhiram A P

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Sep 25, 2020

best course on forensic science and a great explanations of topics.

By Joy S

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Apr 1, 2017

good class, watched all the lectures, just won't do peer review.

By Divya P

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Apr 17, 2019

interesting course for those who wish to study a budding field

By Neena J

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Aug 23, 2020

VERY INFORMATIVE. Gives a good foundation to learn forensics.

By Rinshana P

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Aug 22, 2020

Excellent course and the Professor teaches it so perfectly