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MSc Forensic Speech Science

  • DeadlineStudy Details: MSc 1 year full-time

Masters Degree Description

Forensic Speech Science (FSS) comprises various applications of phonetics, linguistics, acoustics, and computer science to tackling problems in police work or providing evidence in legal cases.

Areas of FSS also overlap with those central to speech and recording technology, and to automatic speaker recognition as used to establish a person’s identity.

The MSc in Forensic Speech Science at York equips you with a comprehensive foundation in the aims, practices, and principles involved in this range of tasks. The learning experience integrates scholarly and professional contexts, allowing you to develop expert witness communication skills and gain hands-on experience of the latest generation of automatic speaker recognition technology, made available through the Department’s partnership with the leading speech technology companies.        

Entry Requirements

2:2 or equivalent  

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Fees

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Student Destinations

Successful completion of the MSc entails a solid and detailed grounding in forensic speech science, an introduction to the practical and technical skills to carry out forensic casework, and experience in conducting original research. You'll develop confidence and critical skills, equipping you to exercise independent learning in future careers. The MSc provides excellent training for doctoral research as well as professional forensic speech analysis. It also enables you to develop transferrable skills to an advanced level suitable for entry into a range of professions including police work.

Career opportunities

  • Academic research
  • Computing and software development
  • Emergency services
  • Forensic speech laboratories
  • Police
  • Security services
  • Teaching  

Module Details

For module information for this course please visit – https://www.york.ac.uk/study/postgraduate-taught/courses/msc-forensic-speech-science/#course-content

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