Full Time EDEXCEL (BTEC) National Diploma in Forensic Science

BTEC

In Hull

Price on request

Description

  • Type

    BTEC

  • Location

    Hull

  • Duration

    2 Years

The course is designed to give you a detailed understanding of Forensic Science and the application of science to real situations in the workplace. During the 2 years you will study 18 units. Criminology Criminal Psychology Fundamentals of Science Human Physiology Forensic Psychology Criminal Investigations Forensic Analysis Forensic Informatics (ICT) Chemical Techniques Perceptions of Science.

Important information

Government funding available

Facilities

Location

Start date

Hull (East Riding of Yorkshire)
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Wilberforce Drive, HU1 3DG

Start date

On request

About this course

You will normally need to have at least one of the following: at least 4 GCSE's at grades A - C which include Science, Mathematics and English an Intermediate GNVQ in a related subject at Merit level a BTEC First Certificate or Diploma in a related subject at Merit level appropriate work experience

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EDEXCEL (BTEC) National Diploma in Forensic Science

Course Details

The course is designed to give you a detailed understanding of Forensic Science and the application of science to real situations in the workplace. During the 2 years you will study 18 units. Criminology Criminal Psychology Fundamentals of Science Human Physiology Forensic Psychology Criminal Investigations Forensic Analysis Forensic Informatics (ICT) Chemical Techniques Perceptions of Science Scientific Investigation Working in Science Maths Media Crime Genetics The BTEC National Diploma Forensic Science is two years full-time course and is equally suitable for school leavers or mature learners.

Qualifications required:
You will normally need to have at least one of the following: at least 4 GCSE's at grades A - C which include Science, Mathematics and English an Intermediate GNVQ in a related subject at Merit level a BTEC First Certificate or Diploma in a related subject at Merit level appropriate work experience

Course length:
2 years

Venue:
The College's Queen's Gardens Centre

Start Date:
September

Course hours:
21

Additional info:
Further information can be sought from Neil Harris on 01482 598939, the Curriculum Support Office on 01482 598927 or Learning Support Services on 01482 598744.

Progression:
The National Diploma carries the equivalent UCAS points of 3 A levels in Applied Science (a maximum of 360 UCAS points), which on completion allows you to choose whether to progress to employment or go to University first.
BTEC National Diplomas are particularly valued by employers due to the way in which the application of science is studied.
You could consider a career in:
a forensic laboratory
a hospital laboratory
a research laboratory
a laboratory in a school, college or university

Session times:
Timetable available from September

Days running:
Monday to Friday

Full Time EDEXCEL (BTEC) National Diploma in Forensic Science

Price on request