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Would you like to perform a crucial role in the investigation of crime and legal scenarios? Accredited by The Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences, USW’s Forensic Science degree provides the highly practical application of a range of sciences in the context of criminal and civil law.
You’ll gain knowledge and skills from the fields of chemistry, biology and other sciences, with a focus on how they are applied in crime scene science and criminal investigation.
The Forensic Science course has a strong focus on employability and you’ll study the entire process from ...
Would you like to perform a crucial role in the investigation of crime and legal scenarios? Accredited by The Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences, USW’s Forensic Science degree provides the highly practical application of a range of sciences in the context of criminal and civil law.<br/><br/>You’ll gain knowledge and skills from the fields of chemistry, biology and other sciences, with a focus on how they are applied in crime scene science and criminal investigation.<br/><br/>The Forensic Science course has a strong focus on employability and you’ll study the entire process from crime scene to court. You will be trained in standard practices and techniques used in crime scene investigation, as well as laboratory analysis of evidence and its interpretation.<br/><br/>You’ll study specialist branches of forensic science, including anthropology, fire investigation and toxicology. Our Forensic Science course has a very strong scientific base, which means you’ll be employable in a number of scientific sectors.<br/><br/>Our Forensic Science courses are based at our Glyntaff campus. USW Glyntaff is surrounded by green open spaces. Our students say they love the relaxed atmosphere and beautiful views.<br/><br/>Home to our health, nursing, police, sport and science students, Glyntaff has state-of-the-art facilities including the latest science laboratories and a Crime Scene House for forensic investigation. You will also find a library, two cafes and a free regular shuttle bus to USW Treforest.
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Study Mode
Sandwich
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
23/09/2024
Campus
Pontypridd
Provider Details
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Course Code
FK10
Institution Code
W01
Points of Entry
Year 1
UCAS Tariff104 Access to HE DiplomaPass Access to HE Diploma in Science with a minimum of 104 UCAS Tariff points Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)GCSE/National 4/National 5The University normally requires Mathematics/Numeracy and English at Grade C/4 or above, or their equivalent, but consideration is given to individual circumstances. Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)A levelT LevelPass (C and above) To be individually assessed to check Science content. Offer to be passing the T Level with Pass (C or above in the Core) if subject content is suitable |
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