Forensic Science BSc (Hons)

If youre interested in a career in forensic science we have a crime scene for you! A unique mix of biosciences and criminal psychology our degree course offers you the opportunity for practical forensic processing in our crime scene facility.

Technological advances have made the role of the forensic scientist the expert who collects preserves and analyses evidence - increasingly important in crime investigation and also in other fields such as archaeology.

The course starts with an introduction to psychology and the sciences relevant to forensics followed by more detailed applied forensics including the preparation of evidence for court pathology medical physiology and haematology. Youll also study the most recent advances in DNA analysis toxicology criminal psychology and fire and explosive analysis.

Why choose this course?

• The Forensic Science team includes international experts in the psychology of criminal behaviour and forensics experts from a variety of operational backgrounds
• Our teaching is rated as Excellent by the QAA and the team is part of a highly experienced department that has run biological science courses for over 30 years
• Youll study in a specialist forensic laboratory with key laboratory skills incorporated into most of the taught units especially your final-year research project
• Youll learn the skills and techniques needed to evaluate a real-life crime scene in our scene-of-crime lab designed to resemble an 'normal' flat
• Theres the option to take the course over four years and include a years work placement (see below) to gain experience and industry contacts
• If youd like to step-up into higher education you can take an introductory Foundation Year (see below) which guarantees entry to the Undergraduate course

Doreen Chindezwa Forensic Science student

To apply for a place on an undergraduate course (BA/BSc) you need to have completed your high school education (12 years) and have a pass equivalent to two UK A level passes and have the required English language qualification.

When you submit an application form you must remember to include photocopies of the following supporting documents. We do not need to see your original qualifications and certificates.

• A completed application form signed by you (an electronic signature is fine)
• Copies of your official academic qualifications and certificates including proof of your level of English Language (where relevant)
• A one-page personal statement. This should tell us why you want to study your chosen course.
• A copy of your current valid passport details
• Please submit copies of any UK Visa that you have held and any documentation relating to previous visa refusals from any country