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University of Lincoln Programme Specification - Erasmus Mundus Master of Science/Master of Arts Erasmus Mundus
Masters In Forensic Science
Table Of Contents
1. Introduction ............................................................................................................................... 3
2. Basic Programme Data ............................................................................................................. 4
3. Programme Description ........................................................................................................... 53.1 Overview ................................................................................................................................. 5
3.2 Aims and Objectives ................................................................................................................ 73.3 Variations to Standard Regulations and Guidance ...................................................................... 9
4. Programme Outcomes ............................................................................................................ 104.1 Knowledge and Understanding ................................................................................................ 104.2 Subject Specific Intellectual Skills ............................................................................................. 104.3 Subject Specific Practical Skills ................................................................................................ 104.4 Transferable Skills and Attributes .............................................................................................. 11
5. Learning, Teaching and Assessment Strategies ................................................................... 125.1. Learning and Teaching Strategy ............................................................................................... 125.2. Assessment Strategy .............................................................................................................. 12
6. Programme Structure ............................................................................................................... 14Appendix I - Curriculum Map ....................................................................................................... 15
Appendix II - Assessment Map .................................................................................................... 18
Appendix III - Benchmark Analysis ............................................................................................. 25
Appendix IV - Benchmark Statements(s) .................................................................................... 35
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Masters In Forensic Science
1. IntroductionThis document describes one of the University of Lincoln's programmes using the protocols required
by the UK National Qualifications Framework as defined in the publication QAA guidelines for
preparing programme specifications .
This programme operates under the policy and regulatory frameworks of the University of Lincoln.
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Masters In Forensic Science
optional modules in block-2. The Chemistry Pathway has a choice of one out of two optional modules
in block-2. The General Pathway has a choice of two out of four optional modules in block-1 and one
out of two optional modules in block-2.
3.2 Aims and Objectives
The main aim of the programme is to promote the internationalisation in the delivery of training,
education and research of future cohorts of forensic scientists at Masters level.
The general objectives of this Erasmus Mundus Masters Course (EMMC) are:
1) Education and training in a multidisciplinary context at Masters level: science graduates will be
taught by a wide variety of specialists in the main areas of the EMMC (analytical chemistry, legal
medicine, botany, pharmacy, entomology, anthropology and molecular biology). Professional
organisations and practitioners will also participate in the EMMC with seminars and/or visits.
2) Transfer of knowledge: the mobility scheme of the EMMC will enable students to appreciate the
different procedures used in each country through combination of Universities, professional
organisations and companies involved, and to apply this knowledge in their future professional
activity.
3) Training in the professional skills: students will be trained in good forensic practice from the
laboratory to Court and this will incorporate general forensic principles, operating within the context of
legal considerations and the role of the expert witness and presentation of evidence.
4) Promotion of research: research will be fully integrated in the programme through case studies and
research carried out in the consortium universities presented in a European forensic science context.
Students will carry out their own research projects and they will be integrated into the research
culture of the different institutions.
Admissions:
Entry requirements for the programme are: Bachelor degree in a science subject (or equivalent) from
a recognised official Higher Education Institution. Demonstration of proficiency in English is also
required. Application is by completed application form (available on-line) with attached CV.
The responsible body for admissions will be the Joint Academic Panel (JAP). This panel will be
formed with the national co-ordinators and a member of the academic staff from each institution. The
chair of this panel will be the coordinating institution (University of Lincoln) co-ordinator and will be
the casting vote in the case of disputes. A list with scores for the different academic (degree grade)and non-academic merits (publications, scientific communication or reports, research periods,
experience in the field, etc.) will be established by the JAP and it will be used to evaluate all
applicants. The JAP will study every application fairly using the same evaluation criteria. No
discrimination based on race, gender, marital status, age or political opinion will be made. The
evaluation will be performed remotely and independently by the different members of the consortium.
At the end of the process a draft list will be produced and discussed in a meeting of the JAP, in which
an agreed list of the selected candidates for interview will be produced. A reserve list will also be
produced. The selected candidates will be informed and an interview process will take place.
Interviews will be carried out using all means available (phone, video conference and face-to-face), in
the most effective way and considering each individual case. The panel for these interviews will beconstituted by the national coordinators or their representatives. At the end of the interview process a
final list will be issued and candidates offered an unconditional offer to enrol. In the case of
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Masters In Forensic Science
12 S6. assimilate and understand the role of forensic scientists as expert witnesses;
13 S8. recognise indicators to assess the possibility for natural and unnatural causes of death;
14 S9. know the fundamentals of forensic autopsy;
15 S10. chemically characterise and analyse different toxins and agents of interest selecting
appropriate instrumentation for different forensic samples;
16 S11. acquire skills in evidence sampling, preservation and identification for forensic purposes;17 S12. know how to analyse and evaluate forensic procedures and to select, develop and
implement alternative methods.
4.4 Transferable Skills and Attributes
On successful completion of this programme a student will be able to:
18 T1. show originality in the application of knowledge, and tackling and solving problems with
due consideration of ethical issues;
19 T2. understand how the boundaries of knowledge are advanced through research with due
consideration to ethical and health and safety issues;
20 T3. express coherent, concise and structured arguments;
21 T4. work productively with others by collaborating, facilitating, negotiating and networking;
22 T5. present appropriate levels of personal management and organisational skills, personal
responsibility and initiative, in complex and unpredictable professional environments;
23 T6. work and learn independently and so be equipped to exploit lifelong learning
opportunities.
For details of each module contributing to the programme, please consult the module specification
document.
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The two student representatives of the API will not be involved in assessment discussions.
At the end of the academic year, in August, the JAP will also meet to evaluate the API reports on
academic progression of students and the way the course developed in the year and solve potential
conflicts. This panel will also produce a list of students to submit to the different universities with the
necessary information to produce the multiple awards. It will also liaise with the University to organise
the Graduation Ceremony. APPENDIX IV describes the academic journey of a student through both
years of the course and the frequency of meetings for both JAP and API.
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6. Programme StructureThe total number of credit points required for the achievement of Erasmus Mundus Master of
Science/Master of Arts is 240.
Masters
Title Credit Rating Core / OptionalForensic Botany I (University of Cordoba) 2014-15 12 Optional
Forensic Pathology (University of Cordoba) 2014-15 12 Optional
Quality Assurance in the Forensic Laboratory (University of Cordoba)
2014-15
12 Core
Environmental Forensics (University of Cordoba) 2014-15 12 Optional
Drugs of Abuse (ISCSEM Lisbon) 2014-15 12 Optional
Advanced Forensic Biology (University of Lincoln) 2014-15 12 Optional
Advanced Forensic Toxicology (University of Lincoln) 2014-15 12 Optional
Fire and Explosions (University of Lincoln) 2014-15 12 Optional
Forensic Entomology (University of Lincoln) 2014-15 12 Optional
Forensic Anthropology (University of Lincoln) 2014-15 12 OptionalStatistics In Forensic Science (University of Lincoln) 2014-15 12 Core
Sensors in Forensic Science (University of Lincoln) 2014-15 12 Optional
Project Preparation (University of Lincoln) 2014-15 12 Core
Method Development and Validation (University of Lincoln) 2014-15 12 Optional
Research Project (University of Lincoln) 2014-15 60 Core
Food Toxicology (ISCSEM Lisbon) 2014-15 12 Optional
Phylogenetic Analysis in Forensic Investigation (PAFI) (ISCSEM
Lisbon) 2014-15
12 Optional
Principles of Pharmacology (ISCSEM Lisbon) 2014-15 12 Core
Xenobiochemistry (ISCSEM Lisbon) 2014-15 12 Optional
Forensic Analytical Chemistry (University of Cordoba) 2014-15 12 Optional
Advanced Instrumental Analysis (University of Cordoba) 2014-15 12 Core
Toxicological Analysis (University of Cordoba) 2014-15 12 Optional
Forensic Botany II (ISCSEM Lisbon) 2014-15 12 Optional
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Lincoln) 2014-15
Advanced Forensic Toxicology (University of
Lincoln) 2014-15
Advanced Instrumental Analysis (University of
Cordoba) 2014-15
Drugs of Abuse (ISCSEM Lisbon) 2014-15
Environmental Forensics (University of
Cordoba) 2014-15
Fire and Explosions (University of Lincoln)
2014-15
Food Toxicology (ISCSEM Lisbon) 2014-15
Forensic Analytical Chemistry (University of
Cordoba) 2014-15
Forensic Anthropology (University of Lincoln)
2014-15
Forensic Botany I (University of Cordoba)
2014-15
Forensic Botany II (ISCSEM Lisbon) 2014-15
Forensic Entomology (University of Lincoln)
2014-15
Forensic Pathology (University of Cordoba)
2014-15
Method Development and Validation
(University of Lincoln) 2014-15
Phylogenetic Analysis in Forensic
Investigation (PAFI) (ISCSEM Lisbon)
2014-15
Principles of Pharmacology (ISCSEM Lisbon)
2014-15
Project Preparation (University of Lincoln)
2014-15
Quality Assurance in the Forensic Laboratory
(University of Cordoba) 2014-15
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Appendix IV:
Benchmark Benchmark Statement(s)
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Masters In Forensic Science
Med39 - Able to work effectively within a team.
Med40 - Able to take a history which is patient-centred, sensitive, structured and relevant.
Med41 - Able to undertake a relevant and systematic physical and mental state examination in a
sensitive manner, appropriate for age, gender, culture and clinical condition.
Med42 - Able to define problems and formulate a differential diagnosis.
Med43 - Able to select appropriate investigations and interpret their results.
Med44 - Able to make clinical decisions based upon evidence and findings.
Med45 - Plan patient management, recognising the. Importance of negotiating the management plan
with the patient, or if appropriate, a relative or carer. Effect on the patient. Relevance of age and
social circumstances when determining treatment ...
Med46 - Listening, to patients, relatives/carers/partners, and other healthcare professionals.
Med47 - Explaining, and providing patients and others with adequate information.
Med48 - Mediating and negotiating with patients, carers and colleagues.
Med49 - Handling complaints appropriately.
Med50 - Liaising with other members of the healthcare team.
Med51 - Able to carry out those practical and technical procedures, including the prescribing and
administration of medication, relevant to the role of the pre-registration house officer.
Med52 - Able to produce and maintain contemporaneous, legible, accurate and pertinent records for
patients under their care.
Med53 - Be familiar with basic communication and information technology relevant to their duties.
Med54 - Able to give advice on health promotion and disease prevention.
Med55 - Able to liaise with the different sectors of the health and social care systems and be able to
manage those components relevant to the care of the patient.
Med56 - Able to recognise and carry out the initial treatment of the following emergency situations,
which require immediate action, such as. Cardiac arrest. Anaphylactic shock. The unconscious
patient
Med57 - Able to recognise conditions which require early or immediate intervention by the healthcare
team. Graduates will be able, under appropriate supervision, to undertake tasks to initiate and be
involved in the care of acutely ill patients.
Med58 - Able to evaluate the health needs of patients with chronic illness and disability, initiate
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Med77 - Apply ethical and legal knowledge to their practice, particularly in considering the rights of
patients.
Med78 - Apply ethical and legal knowledge to their practice, particularly in understanding and
complying with requirements of clinical governance.
Med79 - Self-awareness and reflection - evaluating their performance and personal capability, and
recognising the limits of their competence.
Med80 - The ability to manage their learning with respect to continuing professional development.
Med81 - Recognising the pressures on themselves and colleagues created by a busy professional
career, and being aware of important issues in self care, eg stress reduction, avoidance of unhealthy
practices such as alcohol misuse and self-medication.