BTEC Award in Applied Science (Forensics)

BTEC

In South Shields

Price on request

Description

  • Type

    BTEC

  • Location

    South shields

The course covers subjects such as criminology and analysis and criminal psychology. It will include: practical science/lab techniques. how to look at evidence critically. scientific principles behind forensics. how criminals think. If you would like to study this course, you must choose one subject from each of the following groups to study at AS/A Level. Subject Group 1. Chemistry.

Important information

Government funding available

Facilities

Location

Start date

South Shields (Tyne and Wear)
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St. George'S Avenue South Shields, NE34 6ET

Start date

On request

About this course

Entry onto this course requires GCSE A*-C grades in both Maths and English and either:- # A*-C grades in individual or combined sciences at GCSE or #Pass, merit or distinction on the BTEC First Certificate or Diploma in Applied Science

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Course information:
BTEC Award in Applied Science (Forensics)


Course content:
The course covers subjects such as criminology and analysis and criminal psychology.
It will include:-
*practical science/lab techniques
*how to look at evidence critically
*scientific principles behind forensics
*how criminals think
If you would like to study this course, you must choose one subject from each of the following groups to study at AS/A Level.

Subject Group 1
Chemistry
Sociology
Law

Subject Group 2
Critical Thinking*
Biology
Law

Subject Group 3
Psychology
Physics
Law
* Only available as an â€-AS†level.

Course structure:
This two year course will give you an introduction into the fascinating world of forensic science. It is the equivalent of one â€-A†level.

Entry requirements:
Entry onto this course requires GCSE A*-C grades in both Maths and English

and either:-
*A*-C grades in individual or combined sciences at GCSE

or


#Pass, merit or distinction on the BTEC First Certificate or Diploma in Applied Science

Qualifications achieved:
BTEC Award in Applied Science (Forensics)

Progression opportunities:
After successful completion of this course, students can progress onto a career in the police force, medical sciences or the criminal justice system.

Free study and financial support:
Most full-time students do not have to pay for their course. We may also be able to help you with some of the extra costs associated with college, eg travel, childcare, equipment, books etc. In addition, if you have just left school, you may be eligible for an Educational Maintenance Allowance.

BTEC Award in Applied Science (Forensics)

Price on request