Forensic Science - Msci

Bachelor's degree

In Nottingham

Price on request

Description

  • Type

    Bachelor's degree

  • Location

    Nottingham

  • Duration

    4 Years

This course provides you with a deep knowledge and experience of techniques relevant to forensic science, both at the scene and in the laboratory, and an understanding of legislation and legal procedures. You can take a year placement in a variety of laboratory and forensic roles to gain a Diploma in Professional Practice.

You will benefit from access to an on-campus Crime Scene Training Facility, fully equipped with a digital CCTV and audio system, and a range of specialist forensic laboratories which are all fitted out with the same state-of-the-art equipment used by professional forensic practitioners.

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Start date

Nottingham (Nottinghamshire)
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Start date

On request

About this course

Employers in the fields of chemistry, biology and physics as well as forensic science highly value graduates with a strong background in:
scientific investigation
the reconstruction of events
the presentation of findings.

These skills are invaluable for careers in:

forensic science
law enforcement (for example, the police, Customs and Excise, immigration and fraud investigation)
academic research.

What are we looking for?
A-levels - ABB including chemistry and another science or numerate subject*; or
BTEC Extended Diploma – DDM including relevant chemistry and another science or numerate subject modules; or
128 UCAS points from three A-levels or equivalent, including chemistry and another science or numerate subject both at A-level grade B or equivalent; and
GCSEs – English, Maths and Science grade C / 4

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Subjects

  • Forensic Biology
  • Forensic analysis
  • Technical
  • Forensic science
  • Professional
  • Biological
  • Molecular
  • Research
  • Forensic Microbiology
  • Anthropology

Course programme

Year One
  • Introduction to Forensic Biology
  • Forensic Chemistry
  • The Forensic Process
  • Introduction to Forensic Analysis
  • Technical Skills for Forensic Science
  • Professional Skills for Forensic Science
Year Two

Core modules
  • Biological Techniques in Forensic Science
  • Crime Scene Investigation and Forensic Photography
  • Ethics and Law for Forensics
  • Forensic Casework Examination
  • Forensic Analysis
Year Three
  • Diploma in Professional Practice - optional
  • Molecular Techniques for Identification
  • Drugs of Abuse
  • Research Methodology
  • Advanced Topics in Forensic Science
Choose one of the following optional modules:
  • Advanced Crime Scene Investigation
  • Forensic Microbiology
  • Environmental Forensic Assessment
Choose one of the following optional modules:
  • Communicating Science and Technology
  • Ballistics and Firearms
  • Forensic Archaeology and Anthropology
Final year

Core modules
  • Project 60
  • Forensic Expert
Choose two from the following optional modules:
  • Biometrics and Forensic Databases
  • Analytical Toxicology
  • Bioarcheology

Forensic Science - Msci

Price on request