BSc (Hons) Forensic Science with Foundation Year

Foundation degree

In Brent

£ 9,250 + VAT

Description

  • Type

    Foundation degree

  • Location

    Brent

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary
This course achieved 100% overall student satisfaction in the National Student Survey 2016. See our NSS news story to find out more.

Overview
Technological advances in crime detection require highly trained forensic scientists. We aim to meet this need by giving you a thorough grounding in forensic science, incorporating biological and chemical sciences, and the process of criminal investigation.

Why choose this course?
We are the best University in London for Forensic Science (Complete University Guide 2017), and rank in the top 25 for this subject in the whole of the UK. We've achieved this by combining cutting-edge facilities with an innovative range of learning methods, including:
simulated case-work activities
crime scene practical situations
laboratory work
court presentation scenarios.
We're proud of our newly refurbished crime scene rooms, which are an exciting part of learning Forensic Science at UWL. These have been created so you can apply theoretical knowledge and evidence-gathering techniques within a practical crime scene context.

You will spend time working within the industry in your final year. This is a valuable opportunity, making you more attractive to potential employers, who often look for candidates with prior experience.

Career and study progression
You will learn transferable skills that can be used not only in Forensic Science but in many other career pathways, including scientific, legal, and business.

You may also wish to undertake postgraduate study to specialise in a subject you've already studied, or to explore something new.

For more details please see the Career and study progression section.

Facilities

Location

Start date

Brent (London)
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Paragon House, Boston Manor Road, TW8 9GA

Start date

On request

About this course

Entry requirements
56 UCAS Tariff Points, which would normally include at least one science subject (biology, chemistry, physics, human biology.) Applicants whose 140 UCAS Tariff Points do not include one science subject, will be expected to hold GCSE Double Science at Grade C or above.
GCSE English and Mathematics at Grade C or above or equivalent.
Applicants without the above formal qualifications would be interviewed using specific interview criteria.
International students need to meet our English language requirement at either IELTS at 6.0 or above and a minimum of 5.5 for each...

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Course programme

Course detail
During this course we will help you:
enhance your problems solving skills
encourage analytical thinking and an investigative approach
encourage lateral thinking
foster adaptability
develop the ability to communicate important information.
Foundation year (Level 3) modules
Essential Mathematics
Academic Writing and Researching
Essential Chemistry
Laboratory Techniques
Essential Biology
Personal and Professional Development in Forensic Science.
Year one (Level 4) modules
Introduction to Forensic Science
The Criminal Process
Building Blocks of Life
Introduction to Pharmacology
Chemistry for the Biosciences
Human Body - Form and Function.
Year two (Level 5) modules
Disease and the Human Body
Forensic Investigation of Crime
Molecular Biology
Research Methods
Pharmacology
Analytical Methods.
Year three (Level 6) modules
Drugs of Abuse
Forensic Assessment and Examination Techniques
Physiological Control
Project/Dissertation
Experiential Learning in Science.
Year one (Level 4) modules

Introduction to Forensic Science
This module introduces the concepts of forensic science, and examines the types of evidence found at crime scenes, which are vitally important for investigations.

The Criminal Process
In this module you will examine key aspects of criminal procedure in England and Wales, from arrest to sentencing. You will explore the principles of the adversarial system, the issue of criminal liability and the principles governing culpability.

Building Blocks of Life
Here we look at molecules, large and small, that form the 'building blocks' of the human body. We also introduce the basic scientific concepts you will encounter in later modules of this course.

Introduction to Pharmacology
This module examines the 'science base' and 'evidence base' of medicine. The science base provides a theoretical basis for diagnostic and treatment modalities, and often for preventative strategies. The evidence-based approach considers procedures and treatments that work in practice.

Chemistry for the Biosciences
This module gives you a thorough understanding of fundamental concepts of chemistry, including bonding and structure, oxidation and reduction processes, and then more complex issues of biochemistry, including electrochemical gradients.

Human Body - Form and Function
This is an introduction to the anatomy of the human body. It gives you an insight into the relationship between the structure and function of the individual at the system level - and as a fully integrated organism.

Year two (Level 5) modules

Disease and the Human Body
This module integrates the physiological and biochemical processes that give rise to the signs and symptoms of human disease.

Forensic Investigation of Crime
Here we look at key aspects of evidential material, using case studies.

Molecular Biology
This module integrates theoretical concepts and how they apply in a laboratory. We also consider the role nucleic acids play in directing protein synthesis and human phenotypic characteristics.

Research Methods
This module explores the principles of research design and planning, information retrieval and critical appraisal of scientific evidence, data collection, basic statistical analysis, and dissemination of research.

Pharmacology
In this module we take a closer look at molecular activity in the cell and the nervous system, and how medicines work at molecular level in the body.

Analytical Methods
This module covers analytical techniques used by chemists, forensic scientists and biologists, and considers techniques a forensic scientist might encounter in the workplace.

Year three (Level 6) modules

Drugs of Abuse
We explore the range of drugs of abuse - for example, amphetamines, opiates and cannabinoids. The module covers how people ingest these drugs, how the body uptakes them, how to detect their presence in body fluids, as well as their psychological action and effects.

Forensic Assessment and Examination Techniques
Using real case studies, this module builds on the law-based modules from Years One and Two (Credit Levels 4 and 5) and examines the role of forensic science in securing evidence obtained from crime scenes, and analysing and interpreting it.

Physiological Control
This module gives you an in-depth analysis of the nervous and the endocrine systems. Adopting an integrative approach, you will analyse the central mechanisms that regulate the body's various physiological systems and allow normal homeostatic control.

Project or Dissertation
This module is your opportunity to further strengthen your understanding of a specific area of forensic science. You will undertake an in-depth study involving independent library and laboratory research.

Experiential Learning in Science
This module has theoretical and experiential components, and examines and critically evaluates forensic science theories and concepts in applied settings. You will undertake experiential learning in an external organisation.

BSc (Hons) Forensic Science with Foundation Year

£ 9,250 + VAT