Forensic Science

BSc Hons Forensic Science
Mode: full-time

At stage one you will study the main areas of the biosciences relevant to Forensic Science. These include cellular chemistry, biochemistry and genetics, human anatomy and physiology, and the psychology of the
criminal mind.

At stage two you will cover more applied forensics, such as forensic skills in psychology and forensic science at scenes of crime, and call on outside forensics experts for help. In addition, topics such as cellular pathology, medical physiology and haematology put forensic science in a broader context as it relates to human biology.

At stage three you will study advanced forensic analysis, including recent advances in DNA analysis, toxicology, psychology and criminal justice, and forensic science case studies.

Areas of study include:

• Forensic Science
• Advanced Forensic Analysis
• Forensic Skills in Psychology
• Human Pathology
• Anatomy and Physiology
• Psychology of the Criminal Mind

Why choose this course?

• The Division of Psychology has international experts in the psychology of criminal behaviour
• The Division of Science has a range of well-equipped laboratories and links with the local police force
• Exciting mix of science and psychology
• Over 30 years’ experience in running science courses
• Well-equipped laboratories and established links with local police force
• Underpinned by world-leading research
• Core training in biosciences with an emphasis on forensic science
• Examines the psychology of criminal behaviour as it relates to forensics
• Forensic case studies and involvement of police experts

Attendance

For the full-time course you will need to attend lectures, tutorials and lab practicals on two or three full days per week.