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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Staffordshire University (Stoke Campus)
Full Time
SEP-25
3 Years
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Staffordshire University (Stoke Campus)
Full Time
SEP-25
3 Years
Our Forensic Science degrees have been designed to develop scientific expertise, advanced analytical problem solving and transferable skills. The course is ideal for those who are interested in the application of science within the criminal justice system. The MSci course combines Bachelors-level and Masters-level study in one integrated programme. The Foundation Year route is designed for students who may not have a science background or feel they need to enhance their skills and capabilities in Biology, Chemistry and data handling first. There is also the option to complete a placement year with our BSc (Hons) Forensic Science with a Placement Year route. Whichever degree you choose to complete, you will benefit from our highly practical approach to learning. You will gain hands-on experience using a range of instruments and techniques used in forensic science, such as Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS), DNA profiling, blood splatter analysis, drug profiling and scanning electron microscopy. Our industry standard facilities include a crime scene house and specialist laboratories. On successful completion of study, we will issue the following award: BSc (Hons) Forensic ScienceCareersGraduates from our Forensic Science degrees have secured roles as forensic scientists at national providers, including Key Forensics and LGC. Other destinations include crime scene officers for various police constabularies, forensic technicians, fingerprint analysts, public service organisations, and teaching whilst others move on to postgraduate study.
Exam type
A levelA level:
BBC Grades / Points required
Scottish Higher:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
UCAS Tariff:
112 - 120 Grades / Points required
Access to HE Diploma:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma:
DMM Grades / Points required
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):
DMM Grades / Points required
T Level:
Pass (C and above) Grades / Points required
Other A Level combinations are possible to achieve 112 points
Achieve a minimum of 112 tariff points achieved from either five Highers or a combination of two Highers offered with two Advanced Highers. Where only Highers have been taken a minimum of (CCCCC) is required.
We welcome a wide range of qualifications and qualification combinations. We assess each application individually, taking in to account any experience and skills you may have in your chosen field. Don't worry if you can't see your specific qualification listed, just contact our team of experts on 01782 294400 or email us at enquiries@staffs.ac.uk for further advice
Pass Access to HE Diploma with a minimum of 80 UCAS points.
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
Eligible T Level applications will be asked to achieve a minimum overall grade of P (A*-C) or Higher Pass as a condition of offer.
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Students living in
England
£9,250 per year
Students from England
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£9,250 per year
Students from Scotland
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£9,250 per year
Students from Wales
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£9,250 per year
Students from Northern Ireland
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£9,250 per year
Students from Channel Islands
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£16,750 per year
Students from EU
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£16,750 per year
Students from International
£16750 Per year