Forensic Science (Including Foundation Year) BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Forensic Science (Including Foundation Year) BSc (Hons)
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.
The Forensic Science course offers hands-on experience from crime scene to court. You’ll learn key techniques in investigation, evidence collection, and laboratory analysis, building the confidence and skills needed to interpret findings and contribute effectively in real-world forensic scena...
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/>The Forensic Science course offers hands-on experience from crime scene to court. You’ll learn key techniques in investigation, evidence collection, and laboratory analysis, building the confidence and skills needed to interpret findings and contribute effectively in real-world forensic scenarios. You’ll explore specialist areas including criminalistics, forensic chemistry and biology, anthropology, fire investigation, and toxicology. Working with experts, you’ll develop curiosity, adaptability, and professional skills, preparing you to tackle complex challenges with integrity and ambition in a dynamic forensic career.<br/><br/>If chemistry and biology excite you and problem-solving drives you, forensic science is your field. Dive into specialist areas like DNA analysis and toxicology, sharpen your investigative and analytical skills, and see how your science can make a real-world impact.
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
14/09/2026
Campus
Pontypridd
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
F12F
Institution Code
W01
Points of Entry
Foundation
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
48
To include a relevant Science subject but excluding General Studies.
Access to HE Diploma
Pass Access to HE Diploma in Science with a minimum of 48 UCAS Tariff points
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
PPP
In a relevant Science subject.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSEs: The University normally requires a minimum 3 GCSEs including Mathematics and English at Grade C/Grade 4 or above, or their equivalent but consideration is given to individual circumstances
A level
D,D
To include a relevant Science subject but excluding General Studies.
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