Full Time Forensic Science

Forensic Science BTEC (Edexcel) National Diploma

Level: Level 3

Course content:
Contents include scientific principles, introduction to genetic engineering, biology for forensic science, chemical and physical forensic science, tragic accident investigation, introduction to forensic psychology, forensic fire investigation, ICT and Forensic science and criminal investigation procedures, forensic informatics, laboratory organization and workplace practices. The course will include visits and visiting speakers from the police and forensic psychologists. The course includes communication key skills at level 2/3.

Course resources:
All students have access to our fully equipped state of the art learning centre. This included free internet access.

Assessment:
Continuous assessment. All vocational units are assessed internally except for key skills communication.

Next step:
Higher education or crime scene investigator for the police or forensic science officer in a forensic laboratory.

How to apply:
Complete an application form for interview.

Fees Info
The fee where stated is an 'INCLUSIVE FEE' for UK/EU students. This fee includes the tuition fee, examination fee and exam board registration fee. You may have to pay extra for materials for the course. If you are under 19 years or you are in receipt of an income related benefit the course and exam fee is FREE. Students aged 60+ years pay 70% of this fee. Students aged 19+ will also have to pay a College Registration Fee of £30 (or £20 if you receive benefit) once per academic year.Materials costs:
You will need to provide writing paper and files. Text book £50.00 plus CRB check £38.00

When and Where

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  This course is: Full time
  
  Length: 2 years
  
  Start Date: September
  
  Campus: Wandsworth Centre
  
  Course Code: N/A
  
  Tuition Fees: Please ask
  
  International: £4,725 for 1 year, n/a for 1 term and £9.20 per hour if studied part-time