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Forensic Science (with Foundation Year)
Bristol, UWE
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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

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Forensic scientists apply scientific analysis to criminal and civil investigations, producing evidence thats admissible in a court of law. Its a fascinating and rigorous scientific discipline that will build your knowledge of biology and chemistry, as well as your advanced problem-solving, data interpretation and communication skills. Covering crime scenes, laboratory and courtroom work, forensic science offers a springboard into rewarding careers in the justice system and beyond. BSc(Hons) ...Read more

Forensic scientists apply scientific analysis to criminal and civil investigations, producing evidence that's admissible in a court of law. It's a fascinating and rigorous scientific discipline that will build your knowledge of biology and chemistry, as well as your advanced problem-solving, data interpretation and communication skills. Covering crime scenes, laboratory and courtroom work, forensic science offers a springboard into rewarding careers in the justice system and beyond. BSc(Hons) Forensic Science is accredited by The Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences. It was designed with input from professional forensic scientists to give you a deep understanding of the way science is used to investigate crime.With a strong emphasis on problem-solving and communicating scientific findings, you'll study everything from crime scene investigation and laboratory analysis, to interpreting, evaluating and presenting evidence. You'll study foundation year modules with students from other biological, biomedical and environmental science courses so you can switch to another course if your interests change.Duration- Four years full-time five years sandwich

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45/279
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2026
10th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
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62nd
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SR
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27 Feb 25

I really love the University, as it’s in a great location in close proximity to amenities, but also a short journey to the city centre! The facilities on campus are good as there..Read more

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Naila
27 Jan 25

The school library is my fav. I highly recommend you try it only because seeing other's work and the study does motivate you to do it. There is also Starbucks/your fav coffee shop..Read more

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£15,850 per year

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Accommodation- Standard en-suite- Annual rent- 8488.20

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27 Feb 25
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The school library is my fav. I highly recommend you try it only because seeing other's work and the study does motivate you to do it. There is also Starbucks/your fav coffee shop...
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Bristol, UWE
Bristol, UWE , Bristol

UWE Bristol is an ambitious, progressive university based in one of the UK’s most vibrant and creative cities....

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Bristol, UWE
Coldharbour Lane Bristol South Gloucestershire BS16 1QY United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Bristol Parkway  0.6 miles away
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