Applied Science (Forensic) HNC
London South Bank University
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Higher National Certificate - HNC

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London South Bank Technical College (LSBTC) Nine Elms

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Higher National Certificate - HNC

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London South Bank Technical College (LSBTC) Nine Elms

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SEP-25

Duration

1 Years

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Forensic science, combining science and the law, is an exciting and rewarding career path to go down, with many different routes and areas of specialisation. Highly skilled, well-trained, and qualified Forensic Scientists and Technicians are constantly sought-after by employers around the globe.This one-year Level 4 qualification in Forensic Science is an advanced, technical qualification co-developed with London South Bank University (LSBU) and employers, delivered in a supportive Technical ...Read more

Forensic science, combining science and the law, is an exciting and rewarding career path to go down, with many different routes and areas of specialisation. Highly skilled, well-trained, and qualified Forensic Scientists and Technicians are constantly sought-after by employers around the globe.This one-year Level 4 qualification in Forensic Science is an advanced, technical qualification co-developed with London South Bank University (LSBU) and employers, delivered in a supportive Technical College environment with contemporary facilities.Gaining this industry-led qualification not only provides you with a direct route to Higher Education, including direct entry to London South Bank University’s second year Forensic Science Bachelor of Science degree, but also equips you with the specialised scientific knowledge and skills needed to fast-track your career progression in Forensic Science and related disciplines such as health sciences.

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85/101
CUG Subject Ranking
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19th
CUG Ranking
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114th
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UCAS Tariff:

64 Grades / Points required

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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

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64 UCAS Tariff points from A levels

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64 UCAS Tariff from an Access to HE Diploma

64 UCAS Tariff points from BTEC

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London South Bank University
London South Bank University , Southwark

Study in the heart of London with London South Bank University (LSBU) – an institute that empowers students to lead their story,...

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London South Bank University
Belmore Street Wandsworth Road London Lambeth SW8 2JY United Kingdom
Nearest tube station: Stockwell  0.2 miles away Nearest train station: Wandsworth Road  0.3 miles away
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