22-01-2026

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Introduction

The Francisco de Vitoria University (UFV) celebrated Criminologist Day with a hands-on forensic simulation activity organized by students in the Master’s Program in Criminalistics.

Under the coordination of Laura Gómez García, the programme director, the students designed and ran a forensic escape room that replicated the stages of forensic analysis used in real-world investigations. The activity was aimed at raising awareness of criminal investigation within the university community.

An educational innovation project applied to crime scenes

The simulation was part of an educational innovation project focused on the application of criminal investigation methodologies. During the workshop, participants learned techniques for evidence analysis, crime scene investigation, and structured case resolution.

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Students in the UFV Master's Program in Criminalistics during their internship

What did it involve?

Participants toured various locations on campus, including forensic laboratories and parking areas. Each team identified evidence, connected the dots, and reconstructed the sequence of events at a simulated crime scene.

The exercise utilized specialized equipment, preservation protocols, and procedures that closely adhere to professional standards, with the aim of accurately reflecting forensic work in an operational setting.

Students in the UFV Master's Program in Criminalistics on campus

Hands-on training in the UFV Master's Degree Program in Criminalistics

The event was aligned with the academic curriculum of the UFV Master’s Degree in Criminalistics, the first hybrid program of its kind in Spain. The programme theoretical training with in-person practical sessions and direct interaction with practicing professionals.

The faculty has consisted of chief inspectors from the National Police, experts from the Scientific Police, and forensic experts from various fields. This composition has enabled an effective transfer of technical and operational knowledge into the educational setting.

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Students in the Master's Program in Criminalistics during their internship

The UFV has established itself as a leader in forensic science education

Francisco de Vitoria University is thus strengthening its position as a leading institution in the field of criminalistics. As it prepares to graduate its first class of master’s students, the university demonstrates its ability to bridge the gap between academic training and the practical needs of the judicial system. Its commitment to active learning methods and the incorporation of realistic simulations enable students to tackle highly demanding forensic scenarios.

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From the Classroom to the Crime Scene: Practical Training in Forensic Science to Professional Standards

Introduction

What did it involve?

Hands-on training in the UFV Master's Degree Program in Criminalistics

The UFV has established itself as a leader in forensic science education

You may be interested

Introduction

What did it involve?

Hands-on training in the UFV Master's Degree Program in Criminalistics

The UFV has established itself as a leader in forensic science education

You may be interested