MSc Forensic Art and Facial Imaging in Dundee United Kingdom | University of Dundee

This program merges the disciplines of Forensic Art and Facial Imaging.

Forensic art applies artistic techniques to produce visual representations for legal investigations. It serves multiple functions:

Recognizing suspects or missing individuals
Rebuilding crime scenarios
Developing age-enhanced images of long-term missing persons
Assisting court proceedings through visual evidence
Facial imaging involves generating facial representations. Its applications span:

Legal identification processes
Clinical assessments
Aesthetic surgical planning
Several compelling reasons exist to pursue the MSc in Forensic Art & Facial Imaging at Dundee University.

We rank top in the UK for Forensic Science (Complete University Guide, 2023).
As pioneers in the field, you'll study anatomy using Thiel-preserved cadavers and dissections. These specimens maintain lifelike characteristics, preserving natural coloration, tissue texture, and movement.
The curriculum encompasses diverse subjects such as:

human anatomy
life drawing
medical illustration techniques
You'll master practical methods for various forensic applications including:

craniofacial reconstruction
postmortem representation
aging simulations
suspect sketch creation
Training incorporates specialized equipment like:

3D modeling programs with tactile feedback devices
advanced scanning technology