Full Time Applied Science (Forensic Science) National Diploma

West Suffolk College

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Description

  • Type

    Course

  • Duration

    2 Years

The first year covers Fundamentals of Science, Working in the Science Industry, Scientific Practical Techniques, Perceptions of Science, Application of Number, Mathematics and Statistics for Technicians, Forensic Evidence and Collection, Forensic Photography and Criminal Psychology. The second year builds on knowledge gained in the first year and may include specialist subjects such as Criminal.

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Location

Start date

Out Risbygate Bury St Edmunds, IP33 3RL

Start date

On request

About this course

Minimum of 5 GCSE's A* - C (including Science), BTEC First Diploma (Merit Level) or Intermediate GNVQ in Applied Science, NVQ 2 in a science related subject or the equivalent. Maths at GCSE Grade C or above would be an advantage.

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Course programme

Full Time Applied Science (Forensic Science) National Diploma

Course Code
107321VF039

Course Title
Applied Science (Forensic Science) National Diploma

Faculty
Faculty of Humanities and Health

School
School of Applied and Social Sciences

Start Date
07 September 2010

Venue
West Suffolk College

Mode of Attendance
Full Time

Length (Years)

2

Weeks
36

Amount
£1050

Summary
This course provides an introduction to scientific investigative work undertaken in crime investigation. It includes a strong element of science-based subjects and specialist modules such as Criminology, Photography, Psychology and Law. Vocational practice is not offered due to the nature of the work, however, various educational trips to laboratories, courts, exhibitions and conferences are provided, and students will be expected to participate.

Qualifications
National Diploma in Applied Science (Forensic Science) - equivalent to 3 A2 levels. Within this course there is an opportunity to take a National Certificate or National Award if this is more appropriate for the student which is equivalent to 2 A levels/1 A level awards respectively.

Progression Routes
Progression can be made to a variety of Higher Education courses including Forensic Science, Criminal Psychology and Forensic Anthropology - although competition for these courses is high, and students will require good academic standing to be considered. Opportunities also exist to study within the Health Service, in a range of careers from Radiography to Nursing and Laboratory-based work. A range of laboratory work in both the private and public sector would also be available to students.

Entry Requirements
Minimum of 5 GCSE's A* - C (including Science), BTEC First Diploma (Merit Level) or Intermediate GNVQ in Applied Science, NVQ 2 in a science related subject or the equivalent. Maths at GCSE Grade C or above would be an advantage.

Course Content
The first year covers Fundamentals of Science, Working in the Science Industry, Scientific Practical Techniques, Perceptions of Science, Application of Number, Mathematics and Statistics for Technicians, Forensic Evidence and Collection, Forensic Photography and Criminal Psychology. The second year builds on knowledge gained in the first year and may include specialist subjects such as Criminal Investigation Procedures and Forensic Psychology.

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