Applied Bioscience with Forensic Investigation BSc (Hons)

Get ready to pursue a career in the biological or forensic sciences with UWSs BSc Applied Bioscience with Forensic Investigation programme.

This programme will equip you with the forensic analysis skills to assess crime scenes and analyse biological and chemical evidence. It will also develop your complex problem solving skills.

This programme is focussed on producing well-qualified, highly skilled graduates who meet the demands of the UK and international biotechnology, food, pharmaceutical, life sciences and forensic services.

PROGRAMME HIGHLIGHTS

• Teaching focuses on the theory and application of laboratory techniques used in bioscience and forensic science.
• An emphasis is placed on interactive learning and assessment, including case studies and discussion groups.
• Work-based learning allows you to apply your knowledge in a real-world setting and develop the skills sought after by employers.
• This programme is fully accredited by the Royal Society of Biology.

• Teaching focuses on the theory and application of laboratory techniques used in bioscience and forensic science.
• An emphasis is placed on interactive learning and assessment, including case studies and discussion groups.
• Work-based learning allows you to apply your knowledge in a real-world setting and develop the skills sought after by employers.
• This programme is fully accredited by the Royal Society of Biology.

Year 1:  Applicants must have completed the Certificate of General Secondary Education plus a relevant Foundation programme or Diploma Year 2:  Community College Diploma

If you do not fall into any of the categories above you will need to provide proof of your English language ability through the International English Language Test System (IELTS) or the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL).

Duo Lingo

For 2022-23 entry, the University has approved the use of the online Duolingo English test as evidence of English language ability. UWS will accept an overall score between 90-115 with no component score below 90.

UWS graduates are well qualified to enter a range of related medical professions, providing you meet the requirements of the employer and employment opportunities, including: 

• NHS hospital laboratories
• Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service laboratories
• Health Protection Agency laboratories
• Research & development laboratories for the medical, pharmaceutical, veterinary and food sectors
• Primary and secondary teaching

There are various areas where good scientific skills are required including clinical laboratories, analytical laboratories, research laboratories, contract research organisations, distillers and support companies.