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MSc Forensic and Legal Odontology (part-time)

University of Dundee

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    Online

  • Study mode

    Part time

  • Start date

    SEP

  • Duration

    24 Months

Course summary

Forensic odontology deals with the examination, handling, and presentation of dental evidence for the legal system.You’ll develop your knowledge, experience and skills in forensic odontology and the legal and ethical aspects of dentistry.This part-time course is taught online, with two weeks face to face teaching taking place each year on campus in Dundee.You will study 9 core modules covering a range of topics including:Ethical aspects of dental professionDental identification and profiling, including sessions on psychology and dealing with death and unconscious biasDental age assessmentThe role of the expert witness in courtYou’ll learn the basic underlying scientific principles of forensic odontology, build the knowledge and skills that experts need to act as an expert witness, and develop and assess practical skills in Forensic case work. You’ll also gain experience of research methods in Forensic Dentistry.Your time on campus in Dundee will give you the opportunity to undertake practical learning exercises including contact with cadavers, and small group discussions.TeachingOur methods of teaching include:LecturesSeminarsInteractive online exercisesPractical classes and demonstrationsFace to face laboratories and dental autopsies

Tuition fees

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£ 434month

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University information

University of Dundee

University of Dundee

University of Dundee

  • University League Table

    25th

  • Campus address

    Main Campus, Nethergate, Dundee, Dundee City, DD1 4HN, United Kingdom

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You'll get a highly valued and recognised education in a multicultural study destination and be supported by a global community of friendly staff and students.
There are places of worship in and around campus, international food stores across the city, and a range of international student societies.
Scholarships are available to help eligible students get the most from their studies, and there is dedicated support for international students.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Dentistry

    2nd out of 16 1

    2nd out of 37

  • Entry standards

    / Max 236
    225 95%

    2nd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    100.0 100%

    1st

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.60 90%

    3rd

    2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 202
    177 88%

    2nd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    72.0 72%

    9th

    7

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.23 81%

    16th

    4

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