Forensic Investigation

This course goes beyond the forensic investigations shown on TV to equip you with the skills and knowledge you’ll need to thrive in the real world of investigative science. Dive deep into the practical aspects of crime scene investigation, witness the impact of your work on the wider system, and gain the critical thinking tools you need to advance the field itself.
Our programme, led by experienced professionals, will immerse you in authentic scenarios using our fully equipped crime scene house. You’ll learn the latest practices, policies, and procedures used by experts in the field, and build your network and gain valuable insights through our partnerships with Devon and Cornwall Police, South West Forensics, and Plymouth Magistrates Court.
The diverse modules on this course mean you’ll gain marketable expertise beyond forensics, as you study how to give courtroom testimony, police interviewing techniques, photography, lab protocols, and research, building an impressive portfolio of skills to take with you to potential employers once your degree is complete. In particular our digital forensics module will teach you in-demand skills in a rapidly growing field.

There’s still time to join a university where you’ll be supported to thrive. Ranked No. 3 in England for Student Satisfaction (The Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025), Plymouth Marjon University offers a friendly, close-knit community where you'll receive personalised support from expert lecturers and dedicated Personal Development Tutors.

Every course includes practical experience through placements, helping you build the skills and confidence employers are looking for before you graduate. With a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework (2023) and strong links to industry, you’ll be prepared for whatever comes next. Set on a green campus just minutes from Plymouth, the coast and Dartmoor, Marjon gives you the best of city, countryside and seaside living in one place.