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About the Course

This course explains the scientific principles and techniques behind forensic science, moving beyond popular media portrayals. It uses case studies from around the world to illustrate real-world applications. This course is for anyone interested in the scientific methods used in criminal and non-criminal investigations, including students considering careers in science, law enforcement, or related fields. No prior forensic science background is required, but a basic understanding of science is helpful. By the end of this course, you will be able to: - Understand the scientific foundations of forensic investigations. - Identify and analyze various types of physical evidence. - Explain the role of chemistry and biology in forensic analysis. - Interpret forensic findings using real-world case examples. Learners will gain familiarity with analytical techniques such as chromatography and spectroscopy, commonly used in forensic laboratories. *For Nanyang Technological University (NTU) students, please be noted that this course will no longer be eligible for credit transfer....

Top reviews

KT

Aug 25, 2020

The course package is very informative! I managed to learn more about forensic than I expected. The learning is very well divided into different weeks for more efficient learning experience.

RM

May 13, 2021

Beautiful... The Lecture and the cases were awesome. Dr.Rodreick Bates was so clear and a lot of hardwork has gone into this course preparation. It was an absolutely interesting course.

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By Cassie L

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Aug 18, 2020

Very informative and easy to follow! Loved this course!

By Maya D

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Jul 27, 2025

Very well laid out course, the lecturer was fantastic.

By OCHONG M K

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Sep 26, 2023

I learned a lot :D i hope there will be more like this

By Paulus C

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May 10, 2021

It is a great introductory course for a special topic.

By Prathipa N

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Sep 27, 2020

It was an excellent course. Hats off to our Instructor

By CarolAnn T

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Aug 13, 2017

Great course

Informative, I would recommend this course

By Holly E

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Oct 24, 2016

Great Course to get some insite on what to expect in U

By Pravish H

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May 31, 2021

very interesting course and i have grasp a lot in it.

By Axle E

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Jul 12, 2020

Very fun and education class. I really learned a lot!

By Jagjit P

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Sep 21, 2018

Awesome Course, lots of learning. I learnt good deal.

By Ly

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Oct 15, 2024

honestly challenges your thinking and is really good

By Shumaila H

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Aug 17, 2023

so amazing this course and also coursera platform...

By Christian U

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Jun 5, 2023

Course completed but did not get a certificate, why?

By Ran

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Oct 5, 2022

it is a good course to learn about forensic science

By patricia r

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Jun 18, 2022

Very educational. Would love to take similar courses

By Haitham I M A

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Aug 25, 2020

Hello

My name Haitham

I am happy to be in this class

By Brandy A

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Oct 24, 2018

Soooo interesting. Loved the real life case studies.

By Emily C

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Sep 21, 2023

It was amazing! I've learned a lot. Congratulations

By Valentina T

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Oct 15, 2021

Very interesting and well done! I enjoyed it a lot!

By Ioanna B

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May 20, 2020

Very great and informative with varied case studies

By Samridhi s

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May 18, 2020

Very helpful course for a forensic science student,

By Ashfaq A k

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Jul 17, 2019

learn a lot from this course and thanks to coursera

By Joyce J

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Aug 12, 2018

Incredibly interesting! Would definitely recommend.

By Daniyal A

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Oct 19, 2025

This was a great experience of learning new things

By Cherrie N

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Dec 9, 2024

It was well written and easy for all to understand