Forensic Science BSc (Hons)
University of Lincoln
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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Lincoln (Main Site)

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SEP-25

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3 Years

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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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Forensic scientists apply scientific expertise to provide impartial evidence in criminal investigations. They work not only in laboratories, but at crime scenes and in courtrooms. Their highly detailed work encompasses elements of chemistry and biology applied in areas such as toxicology, DNA analysis and trace evidence. The BSc (Hons) Forensic Science degree is designed to help students develop the skills and knowledge required by forensic scientists to work in laboratories, at crime scenes ...Read more

Forensic scientists apply scientific expertise to provide impartial evidence in criminal investigations. They work not only in laboratories, but at crime scenes and in courtrooms. Their highly detailed work encompasses elements of chemistry and biology applied in areas such as toxicology, DNA analysis and trace evidence. The BSc (Hons) Forensic Science degree is designed to help students develop the skills and knowledge required by forensic scientists to work in laboratories, at crime scenes and in courtrooms, in order to apply scientific expertise in criminal investigations. This degree aims to develop skills and knowledge in a range of forensic science tasks, including crime scene investigation, physical evidence collection, sample analysis and defence of testimony. This academically challenging course combines a broad spectrum of subjects, including advanced chemical and biological analysis, forensic toxicology and crime scene management.

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WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2024 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
3/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
9th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
48th
Forensic and Archaeological Sciences
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 95 = 5% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
5%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
100%
Average salary
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Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Forensic and Archaeological Sciences graduate salary at this uni
£16,000
UK Forensic and Archaeological Sciences graduate salary
£18,000
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Millie
04 Dec 24

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Entry requirements

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A level

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Scottish Higher:

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UCAS Tariff:

104 Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

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International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

28 Grades / Points required

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

DMM Grades / Points required

104 UCAS points from a minimum of 2 A Levels or equivalent qualifications. To include grade C from A Level Biology, Chemistry or Applied Science.

104 UCAS Tariff points to include 32 points from an Advanced Higher in Biology, Chemistry or Applied Science.A combination of Highers and Advanced Highers accepted.

From a minimum of 2 A Levels or equivalent qualifications. To include 32 UCAS Tariff Points from A Level Biology, Chemistry or Applied Science or equivalent qualification.

45 Level 3 credits with a minimum of 104 UCAS Tariff points, including 32 points from 15 credits in Biology or Chemistry

To include a Higher Level 4 in Biology or Chemistry.

BTEC Extended Diploma in Applied Science or Forensic Science accepted, depending on modules studied.

Popular A-level subjects

Forensic and Archaeological Sciences

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Biology
70%
Chemistry
50%
Psychology
38%
Mathematics
29%
Geography
9%
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England

£9,250 per year

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Scotland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Wales

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Channel Islands

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£17,900 per year

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Students from EU

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This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£17,900 per year

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Students from International

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£17900 Per year

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University of Lincoln
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