Full Time BTEC National Diploma in Applied Science (Forensic Science)

BTEC

In Skipton

Price on request

Description

  • Type

    BTEC

  • Location

    Skipton

  • Duration

    2 Years

This course will provide an applied science qualification that reflects aspects of employment within the field of forensic science and related disciplines. This practical course is equivalent to three A Levels and is assessed continuously. It will provide you with a vocational introduction to science in industry.

Important information

Government funding available

Facilities

Location

Start date

Skipton (North Yorkshire)
Gargrave Road, BD23 1UX

Start date

On request

About this course

Interview plus one of the following:
Four GCSE A*-C inc English, Maths and Science
BTEC First qualification in Applied Science at merit or distinction
Related work experience

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Course programme


BTEC National Diploma in Applied Science (Forensic Science)
Level Three | Awarding Body: Edexcel | Aireville Campus | Full-Time

Course Description
This course will provide an applied science qualification that reflects aspects of employment within the field of forensic science and related disciplines. This practical course is equivalent to three A Levels and is assessed continuously. It will provide you with a vocational introduction to science in industry. You will benefit from visits to specialist laboratories and guest speakers. Assessment is portfolio-based covering a variety of scientific investigations.

Course Content
The course consists of six core units and 12 specialist units.
Core units:
  • Application of Numbers for Science
  • Fundamentals of Science
  • Perceptions of Science
  • Scientific Investigation
  • Scientific Practical Techniques
  • Working in the Science Industry

Specialist units may include:
  • Chemical Laboratory Techniques
  • Criminology
  • Criminal Psychology
  • Fire Investigation
  • Forensic Evidence Collection
  • Forensic Photography
  • Forensic Psychology
  • Physiology of Human Body Systems
Additional Qualifications You will develop your Key Skills in IT, Communications and Numeracy.

Course Length and Study Pattern
The course is two years in length, with approximately 16 hours per week over 3 days each week, from September to July.

Career Progression
Employment in scientific technical work
Higher Education in areas such as forensic science, psychology etc.

Assessment
Each unit is assessed by assignment task, which build into a portfolio. There are no exams.

Trips and Enrichment Activities
You will benefit from visits to specialist laboratories and guest speakers.

Is this course available as evening study? No

Full Time BTEC National Diploma in Applied Science (Forensic Science)

Price on request