**Designed specifically for those interested in the investigative side of forensics, the course deals with the theoretical and practical aspects of forensic investigation of crime scenes and disaster investigations.**
**Why study BSc (Hons) Forensic Investigation at BU?**
- Forensic investigation is a wide-ranging and compelling subject, drawing from scientific methods and practical training within criminal investigation, taught by professional practitioners and guest speakers who are experts in their fields
- Covering biological and analytical s...
**Designed specifically for those interested in the investigative side of forensics, the course deals with the theoretical and practical aspects of forensic investigation of crime scenes and disaster investigations.**<br/><br/>**Why study BSc (Hons) Forensic Investigation at BU?**<br/><br/><br/>- Forensic investigation is a wide-ranging and compelling subject, drawing from scientific methods and practical training within criminal investigation, taught by professional practitioners and guest speakers who are experts in their fields<br/><br/><br/>- Covering biological and analytical science, the degree provides an understanding and knowledge of key concepts in relevant law, professional skills, crime scenes and forensic sciences<br/><br/><br/>- Carried out in a variety of stimulating environments, including science labs, IT labs, field trips, and dedicated crime scene teaching labs in used for crime scene reconstruction<br/><br/><br/>- Year one is shared with students taking BSc (Hons) Forensic Science, with the option to switch degrees at the end of the year<br/><br/><br/>- Gain valuable work experience on your placement if you choose to take one and springboard into a career as a forensic investigator post-graduation.<br/><br/><br/>- Within fifteen months of finishing the course, 88% of graduates are in employment or further education. (source DiscoverUni 2023) <br/>
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
F401
Institution Code
B50
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 3
104
120
The entry requirements for this course are 104 - 120 tariff points including a minimum of 2 A levels.
104 - 120 tariff points from a minimum of four Scottish Highers
102 - 118 tariff points with any combination of Distinction, Merit, Pass grades
An overall score of 28 - 31 points.
Distinction, Merit, Merit (112 UCAS tariff points)
GCSE English Language or English Literature and Mathematics grade 4 (or grade C in the old grading system). We also accept iGCSEs, Key Skills and Functional Skills and other qualifications at Level 2 of the National Qualifications Framework.
Distinction*, Distinction (104 UCAS tariff points)
Distinction*, Distinction (104 UCAS tariff points)
Distinction, Merit, Merit (112 UCAS tariff points)
104 - 120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two principal subjects.
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by two A-level sized qualifications to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
The entry requirements for this course are 104 - 120 tariff points including a minimum of 2 A levels.
M
120 UCAS tariff points
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
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