Forensic Analytical Science BSc(Hons)

BSc(Hons)

Your course

On the Forensic and Analytical Science BSc(Hons), you’ll benefit from career-focused teaching and a course that combines forensic science with the complementary area of analytical science. You’ll be supported by academic staff, who are experienced practitioners in forensic science, to focus on the theory and gain the practical skills that could set you up for a wide choice of careers across a range of industries.

There’s a wide spectrum of topics taught through lectures, tutorials, lab classes and purpose-built crime-scene facilities. You’ll also be supported in gaining experience of how things work in the real world of the profession through mock criminal court hearings and organised outdoor crime scenes.

You can also extend your hands-on understanding by opting to complete a placement in Year 3 to equip yourself with the knowledge and skills required to help boost your employment prospects in one of the largest area of employment for graduates with chemical science-related degrees.

Example modules

• Crime Scene and Forensic Examinations • Practical Forensic Science • Organic Chemistry • Analytical Science • Advanced Forensic Biology and Toxicology

Your future

As a graduate of this course, you may consider a career in crime scene investigation, forensic pathology, toxicology, clothing damage analysis, bloodstain pattern analysis, forensic technology or forensic anthropology, as well as roles in chemistry and analytical chemistry within sectors such as pharmaceuticals, food and drink manufacturers or health.

Previous graduates from courses in the subject area of Forensic Science have gone on to work in roles such as Analytical Scientist at Minvera Scientific Ltd, Offshore Chemist at Benchmark Animal Health, Scientist at Broughton Nicotine Services and Analytical Scientist at RB (Reckitt Benckiser).***

Course info

Course length:

3 years full-time 4 years inc. placement year

Entry requirements:

A Levels/BTEC/UCAS points

BBC* inc. C in Chemistry/DMM in Applied Science**/112 inc. C in Chemistry at A Level.

*The endorsement for practical work is an essential part of Science A Level study, and is a requirement for entry to our degree course.

**Alternatively a BTEC Health and Social Care/Medicinal Science is acceptable but must be accompanied by an A Level in Chemistry at a minimum grade C.

If you do not have the appropriate qualifications for direct entry, you may be able to apply to our Science Extended Degree.

Accreditation

This course is accredited by the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences.

I’m enjoying working in an industrial lab, preparing and testing nicotine containing aerosols. The analytical techniques I learnt during my course such as hplc and gcms have provided knowledge and experience required for this role.

Humera Kouser, graduated from Forensic and Analytical Science MSci in 2020, now at Broughton Nicotine Services.