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Forensic Science: DNA Analysis

4.748 ratings at edX

Overview

With an introduction to both genetics and forensic science, this course will show you the role of DNA in criminal investigations.

Case studies illustrate how forensic investigations have changed with advances in genetics and how future developments will affect criminals and investigators.

What you'll learn

  • Demonstrate a knowledge of genetics
  • Understand how genetics can be utilized in a forensic investigation
  • Study the ethical issues surrounding genetics and its use in forensic science, for example the National DNA Database

Skills you'll practise

Molecular BiologyResearchPublic PoliciesWeb ConferencingGeneticsLaw EnforcementPodcastingInvestigationCrime Scene InvestigationForensic SciencesBiologyDNA Profiling

Advantages and disadvantages

Advantages

  • University courses you can audit for free, with lectures, readings and practice quizzes.
  • A verified certificate from the university if you pay for it.
  • Taught by University of Cambridge, one of the strongest names in its field.
  • Self-paced: start any time.

Disadvantages

  • Graded assignments and the certificate need the paid track.
  • Audit access can expire a few weeks after the course ends.
  • Learning is free, but the certificate costs money.
  • Some parts (graded work, certificate) are paid.

Some points apply to every course of this kind; see how we rank.

Free to audit

  • Free: Choose "Audit this course" when you enrol: lectures, readings and practice are free.
  • Paid: Graded assignments and the verified certificate (Certificate $299). Audit access may end after the course closes.

Before you start

This course is open to everyone, and you don’t need any previous knowledge or experience of the subject to attend.

Taught by

  • Susan GurneyPhD

University of Cambridge is in Tier 1: world-leading universities and India's top institutes of our institution ranking (96/100).

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