The Master Forensic Science (MFS) programme annually organises a Literature Thesis minisymposium, where second-year students present their scientific results from literature reviews. The audience comprises other second-year students and first-year students, forming a multidisciplinary and broad audience.

First-year students benefit from this event by gaining a comprehensive overview of various topics and forensic-relevant questions in just one afternoon. It is also an excellent opportunity for first and second-year students to meet and interact, fostering a collaborative learning environment.

The challenge for second-year students is to present a scientifically complex topic in a visually attractive manner within just 5 minutes. These pitches must be understandable to a broad audience while maintaining scientific depth. Developing this skill helps students explain difficult scientific concepts clearly, an essential ability for their future careers.

Fostering exchange is about more than just the presentations; it’s about the skill students gain in conveying complex science accessibly. It’s also about the interaction between different year groups within the master’s programme. Last but not least, the minisymposium provides a rapid insight into the latest scientific developments across a wide array of topics and forensic questions.

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