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Forensic Science Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Forensic Science Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Forensic Science\
Discover how science plays a vital role in solving crimes and delivering justice.
You’ll study areas such as trace evidence, ballistics, and DNA analysis. Alongside this, you’ll train in delivering expert witness testimony and explore the legal and ethical dimensions of your work.
Our course stands out for its unique facilities and hands-on approach. You’ll investigate simulated crime scenes in our dedicated house and vehicles, practise techniques in specialist labs, and access cutting-edge equipment including our VisionX Comp...
Forensic Science\
Discover how science plays a vital role in solving crimes and delivering justice.
You’ll study areas such as trace evidence, ballistics, and DNA analysis. Alongside this, you’ll train in delivering expert witness testimony and explore the legal and ethical dimensions of your work.
Our course stands out for its unique facilities and hands-on approach. You’ll investigate simulated crime scenes in our dedicated house and vehicles, practise techniques in specialist labs, and access cutting-edge equipment including our VisionX Comparison Microscope. Our experimental ballistics facility will enhance your skills regarding how shooting scenes are investigated and how important ballistic research is undertaken.
With options to take a year in industry, study abroad, or complete an integrated Master’s, you’ll graduate with the scientific and analytical skills to thrive in careers from policing and counter-terrorism to public health and research.
MSci
On this MSci course, you'll also complete your own research project in an area that fascinates you. Under the guidance of a supervisor, you'll explore how to develop an idea into a fully worked-up research proposal.
Accreditation
This course is fully accredited by The Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences.
Course Information
5 option s available
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2027-09-26
Campus
Canterbury campus
Application Details
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A08-J82
Institution Code
K24
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2
Entry Requirements
A level
T Level
Merit overall in Science with Merit in the Occupational Specialism and B in the core section B written paper. Occupational Specialism must be taken. Laboratory Sciences preferable.
UCAS Tariff
104.0
120.0
including any required subjects as listed in the relevant qualification section
Scottish Higher
Scottish Highers qualifications are considered on an individual basis
Access to HE Diploma
offer-distinction: 24.0, offer-merit: 21.0
The University welcomes applications from Access to Higher Education Diploma candidates for consideration. A typical offer may require you to obtain 45 credits at Level 3 with 24 credits at Distinction and 21 credits at Merit.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Applicants should have grade C or 4 in Maths GCSE or a suitable equivalent level qualification.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DMM
DDM
in Applied Science or Forensic and Criminal Investigation (must include Unit 15 Practical Chemical Analysis)
UCAS Tariff
including any required subjects as listed in the relevant qualification section
A level
including either a Science subject (i.e. Biology, Chemistry, Physics), Sport, Psychology or Maths at grade D
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
in Applied Science, Biomedical Science, Medical Science, Forensic and Criminal Investigation, Sport or Sports Coaching. All other subjects are considered on a case by case basis.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
including HL Science Subject, Sport, Psychology or Maths at 4 or SL Science Subject, Sport, Psychology or Maths at 6.
Access to HE Diploma
The University welcomes applications from Access to Higher Education Diploma in Science candidates for consideration. A typical offer would be to obtain Access to HE Diploma with 45 level 3 credits, including at least 6 at Distinction, 18 at Merit and 21 at Pass. This will then be reviewed by the School.
T Level
Pass overall in Science with C or more in the core components.
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| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales, International, Republic of Ireland, Channel Islands, EU | £0 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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