BTEC National Diploma in Forensic Science

BTEC National Diploma in Forensic Science

Quick Facts
Course Code
AS2207A09
Start
07/09/2009
Course Level
Level 3
Days/Time
DAY
Course Length
2 years

Where is the course? Centre for Applied Sciences (The Angel, 311-321 Goswell Road, London ECIV 7DD)

What is this course about? This course is suitable if you are hoping to become a forensic technician or a scene-of-crime officer, or if you would like to go on to a degree course in forensic sciences. ,
Read about the Forensic Science, visit to the Metropolitan car pound.

Who is this course for? Young people aged 16-18 wanting to progress on to higher education in forensic science

What do I need to get on the course?
· Four GCSEs at grade A-C including science, English and mathematics or relevant work experience, or

BTEC First Diploma in Science

You must have very good communication skills

What will I study? City and Islington College has very unique facilities, such as a dedicated forensics lab and a purpose built scene of crime. We also have close links with the Metropolitan Police Forensic Services, who provide a number of guest lectures each term.
This course covers core sciences, communications, ICT, maths and 13 specialist forensics units. The specialist units include criminology, forensic photography, criminal investigation procedures, sciences, forensic media and crime.
, The course is made up of 18 units, nine in each year.
, Scientific Principles - fundamental concepts in chemistry, physics and biology.

Introduction to Criminology - introduction to the study of crime and the way society deals with crime.

Biology Forensic Science - develops the collection and processing of biological evidence from crime scenes including fingerprinting, DNA profiling and Entomology.

Chemical and Physical Forensic Science - develops the collection and processing of

What qualification will I get? BTEC National Diploma in Forensic Science.ce.

What can I do after the course? You gain the professional skills needed to become a Crime Scene Investigator for the police or a Forensic Science Officer in a forensic science laboratory.
You make take your studies further and progress onto degree courses in Forensic Science and related subjects.
The course is equivalent to three A levels so universities regard BTEC National students very favourably.

How do I get on the course? View full details on how to apply click here.

How much does the course cost? Home Students:
£ 1293

International students:
£ 5400