
Forensic Science with a Foundation Year (4 years) BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Forensic Science with a Foundation Year (4 years) BSc (Hons)
Forensic Science with a Foundation Year (4 years)
Do you want to understand the science behind crime scene investigation, develop your laboratory skills and be trained in the delivery of expert witness testimony? Then choose our top-ranked Forensic Science degree.
This course is designed for students who do not meet the requirements for direct entry to Stage 1 of our degree courses, and is an excellent conversion course for applicants who have shown academic ability in non-science subjects.
Youll graduate with in-depth knowledge of the theory b...
<strong>Forensic Science with a Foundation Year (4 years)</strong><br/>Do you want to understand the science behind crime scene investigation, develop your laboratory skills and be trained in the delivery of expert witness testimony? Then choose our top-ranked Forensic Science degree.<br/><br/>This course is designed for students who do not meet the requirements for direct entry to Stage 1 of our degree courses, and is an excellent conversion course for applicants who have shown academic ability in non-science subjects.<br/><br/>Youll graduate with in-depth knowledge of the theory behind the science, supported by practical experience gained in simulated crime scenes and court cases, major incident exercises that unfold in real time and in our outstanding laboratories. Youll also discover how the skills you gain can be applied within archaeology and in the food and pharmaceutical industries.<br/><br/><strong>Accreditation</strong><br/>This course is fully accredited by The Chartered Society of Forensic Science.<br/><br/><strong>Your future</strong><br/>Forensic scientists are in demand in lots of areas. In addition to working with the police and in the criminal justice system, forensic skills are also sought after in the food and pharmaceutical industries and can be applied within archaeology. Our graduates have gone on to work for companies such as:<br/><br/><br/>• Cellmark<br/><br/><br/><br/>• DNA Legal<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Eurofins Forensic Services<br/><br/><br/><br/>• GSK<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Forensic Explosives Laboratory (part of the Ministry of Defence, it provides scientific support to the Police and Crown Prosecution Service).<br/><br/><br/><br/>Youll also develop key transferable skills including: the ability to work independently or as part of a team; to analyse and problem solve; to conduct research and communicate your findings.<br/><br/><strong>Location</strong><br/>Our city, your time.<br/>It has never been a better time to study in Canterbury. Our high student population creates a vibrant, diverse and student-friendly atmosphere.<br/>We are a hub of exciting new ideas emerging from a stunning historic city - join us and get involved!
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
26/09/2026
Campus
Canterbury campus
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Course Code
F412
Institution Code
K24
Points of Entry
Foundation
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Scottish Higher
Scottish Higher qualifications are considered on an individual basis.
Access to HE Diploma
The University welcomes applications from Access to Higher Education Diploma candidates for consideration. A typical offer may require you to obtain a proportion of Level 3 credits in relevant subjects at merit grade or above.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
24
24 points in the IB Diploma or 80 UCAS Tariff points including either a HL Science subject, Sport, Psychology or Maths at 4 or SL Science subject, Sport, Psychology or Maths at 6
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Applicants should have grade C or 4 in Mathematics GCSE or a suitable equivalent level qualification.
A level
T Level
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