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BSc (Hons) Forensic Science

Tuitionfee

36,750 GBPTuition Fee/year

Main Subject Area

Biological SciencesMain Subject Area

Program overview

Main Subject

Biological Sciences

Degree

BSc

Study Level

Undergraduate

BSc (Hons) Forensic Science aims to equip students with forensic science techniques as investigative tools to assist the police and legal professions. Students will develop scientific and critical thinking as well as independent study. In Year 1, students will be introduced to the world of the forensic scientist and crime scene investigator as well as providing the science that they will need to become practising forensic analysts.  These include key topics in genetics, biochemistry and cell biology together with an introduction to the legal system within which forensic scientists work. The course will deliver introductory modules in methods of forensic analysis and the role of forensic science in modern society. In Year 2, students will learn major subject areas within forensic science, including the considerations of evidence gathering at crime scenes. The use of DNA and insects in forensic work will be covered, as will the examination of chemicals as evidence.  The information that bones and gravesites can tell us are also important aspects covered by the course. In addition, students will be introduced to methods for analysing handwriting, soil, weapons and bullets and bloodstains found at scenes of crime. Students will apply theory to practise in an extensive range of practical sessions, including crime scene investigation. In Year 3, students may opt for a work placement or move directly into final year to study the science behind the work of forensic pathologists and toxicologists, examine in more detail many of the analytical techniques used by forensic scientists and experience the application of knowledge and skills in the court room environment.  

Program overview

Main Subject

Biological Sciences

Degree

BSc

Study Level

Undergraduate

BSc (Hons) Forensic Science aims to equip students with forensic science techniques as investigative tools to assist the police and legal professions. Students will develop scientific and critical thinking as well as independent study. In Year 1, students will be introduced to the world of the forensic scientist and crime scene investigator as well as providing the science that they will need to become practising forensic analysts.  These include key topics in genetics, biochemistry and cell biology together with an introduction to the legal system within which forensic scientists work. The course will deliver introductory modules in methods of forensic analysis and the role of forensic science in modern society. In Year 2, students will learn major subject areas within forensic science, including the considerations of evidence gathering at crime scenes. The use of DNA and insects in forensic work will be covered, as will the examination of chemicals as evidence.  The information that bones and gravesites can tell us are also important aspects covered by the course. In addition, students will be introduced to methods for analysing handwriting, soil, weapons and bullets and bloodstains found at scenes of crime. Students will apply theory to practise in an extensive range of practical sessions, including crime scene investigation. In Year 3, students may opt for a work placement or move directly into final year to study the science behind the work of forensic pathologists and toxicologists, examine in more detail many of the analytical techniques used by forensic scientists and experience the application of knowledge and skills in the court room environment.  

Admission requirements

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165+
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96+
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1150+
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21+
Jan-2000

Tuition fee and scholarships

Domestic Students

27,750 GBP
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International Students

36,750 GBP
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