Forensic Science (with a Placement Year) Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Forensic Science (with a Placement Year) Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Get hands-on experience of Forensic Science, from processing crime scenes and undertaking laboratory analysis to presenting your findings in court. Develop the scientific, practical and professional skills needed to pursue a career in forensic science and related fields.
On our BSc (Hons) Forensic Science with a Placement Year degree, you’ll explore the science behind crime investigation and learn how evidence can help answer questions about what happened, how it happened and who may have been involved.
Forensic science is a practical discipline, so you’ll spend ...
Get hands-on experience of Forensic Science, from processing crime scenes and undertaking laboratory analysis to presenting your findings in court. Develop the scientific, practical and professional skills needed to pursue a career in forensic science and related fields.
On our BSc (Hons) Forensic Science with a Placement Year degree, you’ll explore the science behind crime investigation and learn how evidence can help answer questions about what happened, how it happened and who may have been involved.
Forensic science is a practical discipline, so you’ll spend significant time developing your skills through hands-on activities. You’ll work in specialist crime scene facilities and forensic laboratories, applying scientific theory to realistic forensic scenarios.
You’ll learn how to document, recover, examine, analyse and interpret evidence, using recognised forensic approaches and industry-relevant equipment.
As well as scientific and technical knowledge, you’ll develop skills in communication, research, digital technologies, critical thinking, teamwork and professional practice.
You’ll also learn about quality assurance, ethical practice and the importance of working to professional standards – helping you understand what it means to work as a forensic scientist or investigator.
Our award-winning Staffordshire Forensic Partnership provides opportunities to engage with the forensic sector, including through practitioner input, guest lectures, live briefs and potential placement and work experience opportunities. Through global collaborations you will have opportunities to engage with forensic professionals and gain insight into current practice and research.
The previous version of this course was fully accredited by the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences, providing independent recognition of the quality and professional relevance of the degree. We shall be seeking full accreditation of this new course in July 2027.
On successful completion of study, we will issue the following award: *BSc (Hons) Forensic Science*
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2027-09-21
Campus
University of Staffordshire (Stoke Campus)
Application Details
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Codes/info
Course Code
A39-B41
Institution Code
S72
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
A level
Other A Level combinations are possible to achieve 112 points. There should be one A-level subject in a suitable field e.g. Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science which will require a grade C or higher
T Level
Eligible T Level applications will be asked to achieve a minimum overall grade of P (A*-C) or Higher Pass as a condition of offer.
UCAS Tariff
112.0
120.0
We welcome a wide range of qualifications and qualification combinations. We assess each application individually, taking in to account any experience and skills you may have in your chosen field. Don't worry if you can't see your specific qualification listed, just contact our team of experts on 01782 294400 or email us at enquiries@staffs.ac.uk for further advice
Scottish Higher
Achieve a minimum of 112 tariff points achieved from either five Highers or a combination of two Highers offered with two Advanced Highers. Where only Highers have been taken a minimum of (CCCCC) is required.
Access to HE Diploma
Pass Access to HE Diploma with a minimum of 80 UCAS points.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Subject should be in a related field e.g. Applied Science
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Channel Islands, Wales, Republic of Ireland, England, Scotland, Northern Ireland | £10,050 | 2026/27 | Year 1 | |
| EU, International | £17,285 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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