Explore the nature of our Universe and analyse the science behind a crime scene to identify and present admissible forensic evidence to uphold justice. Our Astrophysics and Forensic Science BSc will equip you with advanced critical thinking, mathematical and problem solving skills and develop your knowledge, analytical skills, methods and techniques to be able to enter a rewarding science-based career in a variety of sectors.**Why choose this course?**- No. 1 in England for Forensic Science ... READ MORE

Explore the nature of our Universe and analyse the science behind a crime scene to identify and present admissible forensic evidence to uphold justice. Our Astrophysics and Forensic Science BSc will equip you with advanced critical thinking, mathematical and problem solving skills and develop your knowledge, analytical skills, methods and techniques to be able to enter a rewarding science-based career in a variety of sectors.**Why choose this course?**- No. 1 in England for Forensic Science (The Complete University Guide, 2022)- Professional accreditation pathways are available- Access to Keele's state-of-the-art Central Science Laboratories (CSL) - Develop your practical and professional forensic skills in our crime scene facilities- Experience different cultures by spending a year studying abroadIn astrophysics you will apply physics to understanding how the universe works and potentially explore questions like 'Is there an Earth-like planet around another star?' 'Is there a black hole at the centre of every galaxy?' And 'Why is the expansion of the Universe accelerating?' Forensic science is a critical element of the criminal justice system. As criminals continue to use ever advancing tools and techniques to commit crime, the field of forensics is integral in producing scientific evidence for use in courts of law to support the prosecution or defence in criminal and civil investigations.Astrophysics will give you the quantitative and analytic skills needed for analysing data and solving problems and is underpinned by a core physics curriculum as set out by the Institute of Physics. This includes the fundamentals of classical and quantum mechanics, electromagnetism, optics, thermodynamics, solid state, atomic and nuclear physics, together with the mathematics that is used to describe them. We have our own observatory here at Keele that students on this combined honours programme can get involved with on a volunteer basis with the potential to learn some astronomical techniques.Forensic science focuses on the entire forensic process, from evidence collection, analysis and interpretation to court reporting. The core curriculum includes key topics in forensic chemistry, forensic biology and criminalistic science. Throughout your studies you will develop an understanding of continuity of evidence and how the crime scene, the laboratory and the court contribute to the forensic and legal process.**About Keele**Keele University was established in 1949 by the former Vice-Chancellor of Oxford University. Founded to meet the needs of a changing world, Keele has always had a pioneering vision to be a different kind of university.We excel in both teaching and research, with some of the most satisfied students in England, and research that is changing lives for the better at a regional, national and global level.Our beautiful 600-acre campus is one of the biggest in Britain – but all the most important services and facilities are on your doorstep, with accommodation, teaching spaces, facilities including a medical centre, sports centre and pharmacy, and a range of shops, eateries and entertainment venues – including the Students’ Union – clustered around the centre.