BSc (Hons) Forensic Science

Cambridge Ruskin International College

Bachelor's degree

In Cambridge

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Description

  • Type

    Bachelor's degree

  • Location

    Cambridge

Criminal prosecutions depend on evidence which has been safely and appropriately collected, stored, examined, analysed and reported by forensic scientists. The BSc (Hons) Forensic Science Course is accredited by the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences and provides graduates with the skills to follow a range of careers in forensic science and other analytical science-related fields. This course has been validated to include an optional Sandwich Placement year in industry.

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Location

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Cambridge (Cambridgeshire )
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Anglia Ruskin University, Eastings Building,, East Road, Cambridge CB1 1PT, United Kingdom

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About this course


Graduating from this course prepares you for a range of careers in the forensic sector including crime scene investigation and laboratory analysis. In addition, the skills and knowledge you acquire are transferrable to a wide range of scientific and analytical-based jobs. Furthermore, you will be equipped to follow a career in other areas such as research, teaching, business, the law or further education.

112 UCAS Tariff points from a minimum of 2 A Levels (or equivalent), including grade C in Biology or Chemistry.
3 GCSEs at grade C, or grade 4, or above, including English and Maths.
If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 6.0 (Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University.

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Subjects

  • Biology
  • Project
  • Methodologies
  • Forensic Chemistry
  • Forensic Methodologies
  • Forensic Scientists
  • Physical Criminalistics
  • Biology Chemistry
  • Forensic Photography
  • Spectroscopy Techniques

Course programme

Year one, core modules
  • Introduction to Forensic Methodologies
  • Introduction to Biology and Forensic Chemistry
  • UK Law and Legal Systems
  • Physical Criminalistics
  • Introduction to Police and Forensic Photography
  • Physical and Quantitative Chemistry for Forensic Scientists
Year two, core modules
  • Forensic Spectroscopy Techniques
  • Scene and Laboratory Investigation
  • Forensic Analytical Chemistry
  • The Forensic Analysis of DNA
  • Project Preparation
  • Chemical Criminalistics
Year three, core modules
  • Forensic Anthropology
  • Forensic Pathology
  • Advanced Fire and Explosion Investigations
  • Advanced Forensic Methodologies
  • The Forensic Analysis of Drugs and Poisons
  • Undergraduate Major Project
Assessment
  • Throughout the course, we will use a range of assessment methods to measure your progress and ensure you are developing the knowledge and skills required. This course has a hands-on approach and most of the modules you take will have a practical element, so you will be able to develop your crime scene and laboratory skills. Your written, verbal, numerical and problem solving skills will be assessed through examinations, class-tests, laboratory reports, portfolios, role play, presentations and a final year research project in a forensic area of your choice.

Additional information

International students -  2018/19 (per year) £13,000

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