Forensic Science Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Go beyond the lecture theatre and into the crime scene or courtroom with this fully accredited degree in one of the UK’s fastest growing sectors.

Utilising our leading facilities and strong links with local police forces, you’ll gain hands-on experience in forensic investigation and develop the laboratory skills to open up a range of scientific careers – as well as learning how to present evidence as an expert witness in court.

You’ll do all of this through a combination of core and optional modules and by working with academics whose research is recognised as “world leading” in the most recent Research Excellence Framework.

How we rank

* 1st in Yorkshire for 'How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned.' (National Student Survey, 2026, HEIs only)

* Joint 3rd in the UK for Research Quality. (The Complete University Guide, 2027)

* Joint 3rd in the UK for Value Added Score. (The Guardian University Rankings, 2027)

Why study at Hull?

* Real-life scenarios: We’re one of the few universities in the UK with a replica crime scene training facility on campus so you can collect evidence, explore criminal activity and see the world of forensic science brought to life.


* Fully accredited: Our course is accredited by the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences.


* Boost your cv: Gain valuable experience with a placement year.

Where could this take you?

Many of our graduates pursue a career as a forensic scientist or crime scene investigator, working with law enforcement or in laboratory roles such as DNA and drug analysis. But the scientific skills you’ll gain on our course are highly transferable and also open opportunities in other sectors – from education through to the Civil Service and the NHS.