Forensic Science and Investigative Analysis BSc(Hons): Course features

What this course offers you

This course offers a general understanding of forensic biology, analytical science and geographical information.
You will also gain a meticulous and analytical approach to collecting and interpreting scientific data.
Optional modules in Years 2 and 3 enable you to tailor your degree to your interests and career goals.
The combination of integrated knowledge of scientific disciplines and strong analytical abilities is highly sought after by employers.
Extensive fieldwork at our own 'scene of crime house' gives you real on-the-job training. (See further down the page for more information).
Facilities include well-equipped chemical laboratories and the University's bone collection, which will help your Forensic Archaeology studies.
Our teaching has been rated as 'excellent' by teaching quality inspectors.
Supportive staff help you to reach your full potential.
Language tuition and the opportunity to go on an international exchange are available.

Fieldwork

Fieldwork is an important part of our Forensic Science teaching because:

it brings the subject to life;
it provides on-the-job training;
you can apply what is being taught to real situations and study in context; and
it helps you develop the analytical skills employers demand.

Scene of crime house

We have our own semi-detached house, which is used to recreate crime scenes. You will visit frequently during Levels 2 and 3, gaining invaluable experience.

You will consider every aspect of investigating a crime scene from beginning to end, including:

deciding on the area that needs to be cordoned off to ensure that no evidence is lost;
searching for fingerprints and footprints at points of entry and exit;
looking for DNA samples and suspicious substances such as narcotics inside the house;
investigating your samples in the University's labs; and
finally being called as an expert witness and cross examined by a real barrister in a mock court.