What We Offer
In-Person Courses
Experience hands-on training at the WFA’s facilities in Cape Town, South Africa, through our practical short courses and professional development programmes. Delivered by experienced professionals and academics, our courses combine classroom learning with realistic wildlife crime scene investigations, forensic laboratory techniques, courtroom training, and field-based exercises within our unique living laboratory environment.
Internships
Take your learning a step further through our internship opportunities. Whether you are interested in research or practical field experience, our internships provide the opportunity to work alongside experts on active projects, develop technical skills, contribute to meaningful conservation outcomes, and gain valuable professional experience in wildlife forensics.
Research Collaboration
The WFA welcomes collaboration with universities, government agencies, NGOs, and industry partners. Our specialised facilities - including mock wildlife crime scenes, forensic laboratories, a mock courtroom, and our dedicated taphonomy research facility - provide an ideal environment for collaborative research, postgraduate projects, validation studies, and the development of innovative solutions to wildlife crime challenges.
Online Courses
Can't travel to South Africa? Our online courses bring the expertise of the WFA to you. Designed for students and professionals around the world, these flexible programmes provide accessible, high-quality learning in wildlife forensics, conservation, and related disciplines, allowing you to build your knowledge from anywhere while learning at your own pace.