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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Paisley Campus
Sandwich
SEP-25
4 Years
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Paisley Campus
Sandwich
SEP-25
4 Years
Select a an exam type
OVERVIEWKick-start your career in the criminal justice system with UWS’s BSc (Hons) Forensic Science programme. You’ll develop expertise in crime scene examination and the scientific examination of recovered materials. This will prepare you for life as a forensic scientist capable of using the latest chemical and biological techniques to analyse materials such as drugs, toxicology samples, trace evidence, DNA and ignitable liquids.PROGRAMME HIGHLIGHTS• This programme will equip you with the skills and knowledge required to work as a forensic scientist in a lab or crime scene.• You’ll work with simulated crime scenes to identify, record and collect evidence in a realistic manner.• Learning is consolidated through site visits, workshops, role-play and presentations.• Guest lectures from industry professionals, industry-based projects and work placements will increase your employability.• This programme is accredited by the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences.• Upon completion of this degree, you’ll be eligible to apply for Associate Membership of the Royal Society of Chemistry (AMRSC).PROGRAMME DETAILS This programme will provide you with a practical understanding of the techniques used in Forensic Science, which are also used widely in all areas of analytical science.The chance to present evidence in mock court scenarios and group projects will help you develop the presentational, time management and IT skills sought after by employers.As a graduate of UWS’s BSc (Hons) Forensic Science programme, not only are you equipped with the specific knowledge and skills associated with forensic science and the wider scientific community, but key transferable skills required by employers.CAREERSAs a BSc (Hons) Forensic Science graduate, you’ll have expertise in both chemistry and biology – making you suitable for further academic study or employment in fields including pharmaceutical research, environmental protection, distilling and brewing, chemical analysis and policing. Recent UWS graduates have secured roles, including:• Crime scene examiner• Environmental forensic scientist• Counterfeit whiskey investigator• Pharmaceutical researcher• Alzheimer’s disease researcher
Exam type
A levelA level:
CCD Grades / Points required
Scottish Higher:
BCCC Grades / Points required
Scottish Advanced Higher:
CCD Grades / Points required
UCAS Tariff:
90 Grades / Points required
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:
24 Grades / Points required
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):
H3,H3,H3,H4 Grades / Points required
Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF):
DDM Grades / Points required
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):
MMM Grades / Points required
Scottish HNC:
Pass Grades / Points required
Scottish HND:
Pass Grades / Points required
T Level:
M Grades / Points required
Including ChemistryFor year 2 entry, BCC including Chemistry and either Biology or Human Biology
Including Chemistry, plus National 5 Maths/Applications of Maths and English at Grade C or above
including Chemistry and Biology/Human Biology
Including Chemistry
including Chemistry or BiologyFor year 2 entry, 28 points required including Chemistry and Biology
Including Chemistry
For year 2 entry
in relevant subject
Entry to Year 2 with a HNC in Applied Science or relevant science-based title
Entry to Year 3 with HND in a relevant subject
For year 2 entry, in relevant subject
Students living in
England
£9,250 per year
Students from England
This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.
£1,820 per year
Students from Scotland
This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.
£9,250 per year
Students from Wales
This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.
£9,250 per year
Students from Northern Ireland
This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.
£9,250 per year
Students from Channel Islands
This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this is subject to change.
£18,000 per year
Students from EU
This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.
£18,000 per year
Students from International
£18000 Per year
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