Crime Scene to Court: An Introduction to Forensic and Criminal Investigation

Discover how forensic science and investigation bring criminals to justice

Ever wondered how investigators piece together clues at a crime scene? Or how that evidence makes its way to the courtroom? This course takes you behind the scenes of real forensic science and criminal investigations with no experience needed! Just bring your curiosity with you.

You’ll discover how forensic scientists and police officers work together to uncover the story hidden in every crime scene. From securing the scene to analysing evidence and presenting it in court, you’ll follow the complete investigative journey and see how it shapes judicial outcomes.

From crime scene to lab: master forensic techniques in action

Get hands-on with the techniques investigators actually use including fingerprinting and DNA analysis. You’ll find those tiny traces of evidence that crack cases wide open. You’ll see how these methods protect the integrity of investigations and help connect suspects, victims, and locations in the criminal justice process.

Think like a detective investigating strategies and ethics

Step into a detective’s shoes and explore how they interview witnesses, navigate tough ethical decisions, and follow the procedures that keep investigations fair and lawful.

You’ll understand police custody protocols and why proper record-keeping matters in every investigation.

From evidence to verdict: how forensic science shapes justice

See how forensic evidence comes to life in the courtroom. You’ll learn how trials work, who does what, and how the evidence you’ve studied can make or break a case.

Discover the roles that magistrates, juries, and legal teams play in the English and Welsh courts.

This course is ideal for anyone curious about forensic science, criminal justice, or policing whether you’re exploring career options, love true crime, or simply want to understand how investigations really work from scene to courtroom.

This course is ideal for anyone curious about forensic science, criminal justice, or policing whether you’re exploring career options, love true crime, or simply want to understand how investigations really work from scene to courtroom.

• Demonstrate a clear knowledge of a range of different evidence types commonly found at crime scenes and their application to criminal investigations.
• Identify the key aspects of the role of the detective and the fundamental principals of a police investigation.
• Explore the legal requirements in place for the searching, detention, and interviewing of a suspect in police custody.
• Investigate the hierarchy and functions of the various criminal courts in England and Wales.