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Forensic Investigation BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Forensic Investigation BSc (Hons)
**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/>
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Sandwich
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
22/09/2025
Campus
Main Site
Course Address
Talbot Campus
Fern Barrow
Poole
BH12 5BB
Application Details
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
F401
Institution Code
B50
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 4
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
104
120
The entry requirements for this course are 104 - 120 tariff points including a minimum of 2 A levels.
Scottish Higher
104 - 120 tariff points from a minimum of four Scottish Highers
Access to HE Diploma
102 - 118 tariff points with any combination of Distinction, Merit, Pass grades
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
An overall score of 28 - 31 points.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Distinction, Merit, Merit (112 UCAS tariff points)
GCSE/National 4/National 5
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.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Distinction*, Distinction (104 UCAS tariff points)
OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma
Distinction*, Distinction (104 UCAS tariff points)
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma
Distinction, Merit, Merit (112 UCAS tariff points)
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
104 - 120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two principal subjects.
Extended Project
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by two A-level sized qualifications to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
OCR Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff
OCR Cambridge Technical Subsidiary Diploma
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
A level
The entry requirements for this course are 104 - 120 tariff points including a minimum of 2 A levels.
T Level
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
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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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 | |
| EU, International | £18,700 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
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