Forensic Science BTEC National (Diploma or Certificate)
BTEC
In Southport
Description
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Type
BTEC
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Location
Southport
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Duration
2 Years
The course is designed to provide specialist work-related programmes of study that cover the key knowledge and practical skills required in the appropriate vocational sector.
Important information
Government funding available
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Start date
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About this course
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5 C grades at GCSE, one of which must be either English Language or Mathematics
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Course programme
Forensic Science BTEC National (Diploma or Certificate)
Qualification: 2 year course
Course type: Level 3 (advanced)
Entry requirements:
5 C grades at GCSE, one of which must be either English Language or Mathematics
Head of Department: KGV Science Staff
Course assessment:
You do not have to take any written exams. Your tutor instead, assesses the work that you produce throughout the year. This will decide the grade you will get for the course.
Continuous assessment is done through a range of assignments including: investigations, practical work, reports, presentations and posters.
What can this course offer me?
The course is designed to provide specialist work-related programmes of study that cover the key knowledge and practical skills required in the appropriate vocational sector.
What will I learn?
The course consists of 18 modules which cover topics in Forensic Science (e.g. forensic evidence collection, fire investigation and traffic accident investigation), Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
What Makes a good Forensic Science student?
- Communication skills
- Research skills
- Thorough planning
- Team work
- Organisation
Which other courses link well with this subject?
Future Opportunities
It can provide a route into employment in the science industry or within organisations that use science, for example: in quality control labs, hospital technician work, in analytical labs, in forensic science services, in scientific journalism.
Is there anything else I need to know?
Forensic Science BTEC National (Diploma or Certificate)