
Forensic & Applied Biology with Foundation Year BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Forensic & Applied Biology with Foundation Year BSc (Hons)
By studying Forensic and Applied Biology, you’ll develop essential forensic skills and gain an in-depth understanding of biology, making it the ideal preparation for a career working in forensic science, law enforcement, advanced research, or biological sciences.
This is an excellent alternative route to degree-level study, with guaranteed entry onto your chosen undergraduate Science course when you complete your Foundation Year. Our excellent teaching staff, open-door policy and Personal Academic Tutoring scheme mean you’ll get all the support you need thr...
<strong>By studying Forensic and Applied Biology, you’ll develop essential forensic skills and gain an in-depth understanding of biology, making it the ideal preparation for a career working in forensic science, law enforcement, advanced research, or biological sciences.</strong><br/><br/>This is an excellent alternative route to degree-level study, with guaranteed entry onto your chosen undergraduate Science course when you complete your Foundation Year. Our excellent teaching staff, open-door policy and Personal Academic Tutoring scheme mean you’ll get all the support you need throughout your studies.<br/><br/>The Foundation Year has been carefully designed to build your confidence, develop your academic skills, and provide you with the subject knowledge you need to be successful in your undergraduate degree. Theis course has a strong practical focus, meaning you’ll also have regular access to our specialist facilities and equipment, supported by the University’s skilled technical staff. By the time you progress to degree-level study, you’ll be familiar with conducting field and laboratory work, and have a wider understanding of how science works in practice.<br/><br/>At Worcester, we foster a friendly and supportive learning environment. You’ll get to know your fellow students through regular group work opportunities, and as a member of our School of Science and the Environment, you’ll be eligible to join our Biology and Biomedical Science societies.<br/><br/><strong>Why the University of Worcester?</strong><br/><br/>The University of Worcester is a campus university, meaning everything you need is on site. We’re based in a vibrant cathedral city just 40 mins south of Birmingham and an hour north of Bristol, and our beautiful green campuses have plenty of parking and quality on-site accommodation.<br/><br/>At Worcester, small class sizes, supportive tutors, and professionally focused courses mean you’ll be prepared for your dream career. These are just some of the reasons why we’re first in the UK for both graduate employment and quality education.<br/><br/><br/>- <strong>University of the Year finalist</strong> in the Times Higher Education Awards 2025.<br/><br/><br/>- <strong>First in the UK for sustained employment</strong>, further study or both, from any multidisciplinary university – Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) 2017 to 2025.<br/><br/><br/>- <strong>First in the UK for quality education</strong> – Joint 1st in the Times Higher Education’s University Impact Rankings 2025.<br/><br/><br/>Join us at one of our regular Open Days to see if the University is a good fit for you: www.worcester.ac.uk/opendays
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
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Course Code
FC50
Institution Code
W80
Points of Entry
Foundation
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
32
You should have GCSE (or equivalent) grade C/4 or above in English Language. We welcome mature students without the usual formal qualifications and will consider your application based on your suitability and preparedness to complete the course.
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