Explore the science of investigation, learning the skills to collect, analyse and interpret evidence. It’s a highly specialised course, designed to put you on a high-impact career path.
Why study with us
- 2ndin the UK for teachingNational Student Survey (Forensic and archaeological sciences) (compared with unis in the Guardian University Guide)
2024 - 3rdin the UK for overall scoreGuardian University Guide (Forensic science)
2024 - 4thin the UK for student satisfactionComplete University Guide (Forensic Science)
2025 - 94%of students highly rate our learning opportunitiesNational Student Survey (Forensic and archaeological sciences)
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- You’ll learn the theory and practice of forensic investigation, crime scene processing and laboratory-based analysis.
- Learn from experts in their fields, whether seasoned CSIs, former police professionals or leading academics. This combination of teaching staff allows us to build on the many years' experience of senior practitioners and research developments at the cutting-edge of the discipline.
What you’ll do
- You’ll work in labs equipped with cutting-edge microscopy and analytical equipment, and at our outdoor facility for research in forensic taphonomy and decomposition.
- As well as covering modules focused on the core aspects of Forensic Science, you can focus on specialist areas like genetics, toxicology and anthropology.
- You can take a sandwich-year placement, developing vital career-boosting skills in a local hospital laboratory or with a scientific research project.
Modules
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of our published course information. However, our programmes are subject to ongoing review and development. Changing circumstances may cause alteration to, or the cancellation of, courses. Changes may be necessary to comply with the requirements of accrediting bodies or revisions to subject benchmarks statements. As well as to keep courses updated and contemporary, or as a result of student feedback. We reserve the right to make variations if we consider such action to be necessary or in the best interests of students.
Academic expertise
Accreditations
Future careers
By the time you graduate from our Forensic Science BSc (Hons) programme, you will be well placed to start an exciting career in areas of forensic science, biological sciences or chemical analysis.
Entry requirements
We will consider your educational achievements, predicted grades, work experience and personal statement. If you don't meet the grades for your chosen course, we will consider you for other programmes.
We know that many factors can influence the grades you achieve in school or college. If your life experience has affected your academic studies, we can take this into account. Use the UCAS Points Calculator below to check whether you are eligible.
Unsure if you meet our entry requirements? Contact our friendly Course Enquiries team to talk through your options.
- UCAS: 104-112 points at A2 including Biology or Chemistry or Applied Science
- BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM including Chemistry and Biology units
- BTEC Diploma D*D - D*D* including Chemistry and Biology Units
- Pass Access Course: 104-112 UCAS Points with 15 Level 3 Credits in Chemistry or Biology
- International Baccalaureate Diploma: Pass including 104-112 points from Higher Level subjects including Biology or Chemistry
- T Level: M including Biology or Chemistry or Applied Science
- IELTS: Grade 6.0 with no component lower than 5.5
- GCSEs: 5 at grade C/4 including Maths and English
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Not got the grades?
Our courses with a foundation year could be exactly what you're looking for. They provide an alternative route to study for this degree.
Fees and funding
Scholarships and bursaries
We have a wide range of bursaries, scholarships and funds available to help support you whilst studying with us.
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Care Leaver Bursary
Our Care Leaver Bursary is for students who need extra support because they have been in care or are estranged from their parents.
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Estranged Student Support Bursary is for students who need extra support because they are estranged from their parents.
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Students with financially dependent children may be eligible for our Dependants Bursary as part of our financial support package.
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If you are from a low income household our Financial Bursary may be able to help.
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This course is delivered by the School of Law and Policing
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