Courses
During the effects of Covid-19, the integrity of any of these courses or exams may be affected
Courses available in the UK and abroad
Courses are listed here for information only but are not independently endorsed by BAFO
There is currently only one training course in the UK for Forensic Odontology
This is at the University of Dundee in Scotland
The nearest alternative appropriate training in Forensic Odontology is in Leuven Belgium.
Please find below other forensic courses which may be of interest both home and abroad:
University of Dundee
Master of Forensic Odontology (MFOdont)
2 year taught course For information contact:
Course Contact
Dr Scheila Manica
Dentistry
forensicdentistry@dundee.ac.uk
+44 (0)1382 381725
University of Dundee Website: http://www.dundee.ac.uk/postgraduate/courses/forensic_odontology_mfodont.htm
MSc in Forensic Odontology
1 year taught course For information contact:
Course Contact
Dr Scheila Manica
Dentistry
forensicdentistry@dundee.ac.uk
+44 (0)1382 381725
University of Dundee Website: https://www.dundee.ac.uk/postgraduate/forensic-dentistry
The Academy of Forensic Medical Sciences
Course in Forensic Human Identification
Gives an overview of Human Identification
Please note that this course is an overview of Human Identification methods and is NOT a substitute for training in Forensic Odontology
(Course usually runs in late March each year)
The most up to date details of this one week intensive course can be found: Here or contact: Professor Peter Vanezis Email: p.vanezis@qmul.ac.uk
Diploma in Forensic Human Identification
This subject is now examined through the Faculty of Forensic and Legal Medicine of The Royal College of Physicians
For further information see: Website: DipFHID exam
Course in Forensic Medical Sciences
Please note that this course is NOT a substitute for training in Forensic Odontology
(The next course is due to run from October 2020 to March 2021)
The most up to date details of this course can be found: Here
For further information about the course, please contact: Professor Peter Vanezis Email: p.vanezis@qmul.ac.uk
Diploma in Forensic Medical Sciences
This subject is now examined through the Society of Apothecaries of London Website: www.apothecaries.org
Diploma course in Management of the Dead
The Diploma in Management of the Dead (DipMoD) was designed by the Academy of Forensic Medical Sciences.
It is intended to demonstrate an understanding and knowledge of the main aspects related to the proper management of deceased persons in all circumstances and environments from when death occurs, until lawful disposal, and beyond.
Details can be found Here
University of Central Lancashire
MSc Forensic Science
Post graduation. Full-time: One year, Part-time: Two years Details Here
University of Bournemouth
1. Archaeological, Anthropological and Forensic
Sciences BSc (Hons)
See Here
2. Forensic Science BSc
See Here
University of Leuven
Masters in Forensic Odontology
Full degree course at the University of Leuven, Belgium. For further information see: Here Websites: Here and Here
University of Western Australia
Graduate Diploma in Forensic Odontology
The course incorporates the application of medical, scientific and legal disciplines related to forensic dental investigations. It prepares dentists to provide forensic odontology services to the community.
It runs at the University of Western Australia (Perth)
Website: Here
In this section
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- Master of Forensic Odontology MFOdont (University of Dundee)
- MSc in Forensic Odontology (University of Dundee)
- Course in Forensic Human Identification (AFMS)
- Course in Forensic Medical Sciences (AFMS)
- Diploma in management of the dead (AFMS)
- MSc Forensic Science (University of Central Lancashire)
- Archaeological, Anthropological and Forensic Sciences BSc (Hons)
- BSc Forensic Science (University of Bournemouth)
- Masters in Forensic Odontology (Leuven, Belgium)
- Graduate Diploma in Forensic Odontology (Perth, Australia)