Forensic Science with a Year Abroad BSc (Hons)

**Forensic Science with a Year Abroad**<br/>Do you want to understand the science behind crime scene investigation, develop your laboratory skills and be trained in the delivery of expert witness testimony? Then choose our top-ranked Forensic Science degree.<br/><br/>Youll spend your year abroad studying at one of our partner institutions. Studying and living abroad helps you grow in confidence and enhances your employability. Youll also make friends in the country youre studying in and meet other adventurous students from around the world.<br/><br/>Youll graduate with in-depth knowledge of the theory behind the science, supported by practical experience gained in simulated crime scenes and court cases, major incident exercises that unfold in real time and in our outstanding laboratories. Youll also discover how the skills you gain can be applied within archaeology and in the food and pharmaceutical industries.<br/><br/>**Accreditation**<br/>This course is fully accredited by The Chartered Society of Forensic Science. <br/><br/>**Your future**<br/>Forensic scientists are in demand in lots of areas. In addition to working with the police and in the criminal justice system, forensic skills are also sought after in the food and pharmaceutical industries and can be applied within archaeology. Our graduates have gone on to work for companies such as:<br/><br/><br/>- Cellmark<br/><br/><br/>- DNA Legal<br/><br/><br/>- Eurofins Forensic Services<br/><br/><br/>- GSK<br/><br/><br/>- Forensic Explosives Laboratory (part of the Ministry of Defence, it provides scientific support to the Police and Crown Prosecution Service).<br/><br/><br/>Youll also develop key transferable skills including: the ability to work independently or as part of a team; to analyse and problem solve; to conduct research and communicate your findings.<br/><br/>**Location**<br/>Our city, your time.<br/>It has never been a better time to study in Canterbury. Our high student population creates a vibrant, diverse and student-friendly atmosphere.<br/>We are a hub of exciting new ideas emerging from a stunning historic city - join us and get involved!