Forensic Science 2022/23 by University of Huddersfield

Undergraduate study

Forensic Science 2022/23

What’s Why us? inside Check this out! 90% 90% of graduates from this subject who are in work and/or further study fifteen months after graduating.*

Our courses

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Professional links All our undergraduate Forensic Science courses are accredited by either the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences or the Royal Society of Chemistry.

Open Days 2021 Saturday 3 July (online) Saturday 2 October Saturday 16 October (online) Saturday 6 November Saturday 4 December Wednesday 12 January (online) Book now hud.ac.uk/open-days

Facilities We have invested £18.2m in new science facilities and laboratories for Applied Sciences students.

100% We were the first and are the only university in the UK where 100% of permanent teaching staff* are Fellows of the Higher Education Academy. So you’ll learn from some of the best, helping you be the best.

*Percentage of graduates from this subject who are in work and/or further study fifteen months after graduating. **Permanent staff, after probation: some recently appointed colleagues will only obtain recognition in the months after their arrival in Huddersfield, once they have started teaching.

04 Chemistry with Forensic Science BSc(Hons) 05 Forensic and Analytical Science BSc(Hons) 06 Forensic and Analytical Science MSci/ Forensic and Analytical Science with Industrial Experience MSci 07 Science Extended Degree leading to a BSc(Hons) Degree 08 Facilities 09 Academic Skills support 11 Apply to us

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Chemistry with Forensic Science

Forensic and Analytical Science

BSc(Hons)

Your course

Course info

Your course

Course info

On this course you’ll get the chance to see chemistry and forensic science in action and build a broad range of skills that’ll stand you in good stead for a science-sector career.

Course length:

In our modern labs, you’ll get to grips with a whole range of instruments with the aim of becoming skilled in chemical and forensic analysis. Techniques you could have the chance to try out include spot tests for blood, drugs and firearm residues, identifying glass and paint fragments and examining microscopic hairs and fibres.

Entry requirements:

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.

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

Building on the solid foundations from your chemistry and forensics modules, we’ll also give you the chance to spend a year in industry or research in Year 3. Not only is a placement year a golden opportunity to put your knowledge into practice, it could also help give that all important boost to your employability when you graduate.

Example modules • Practical Forensic Science • Organic Chemistry

• Analytical Science • Physical Chemistry

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 this subject area of Forensic Science have gone on to work in roles such as Analytical Scientist at Minvera Scientific Ltd, Quality Control Analyst at Almac Group and Research and Development Respiratory Team Analytical Scientist at RB (Reckitt Benckiser).*** ***LinkedIn

3 years full-time 4 years inc. placement year 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.

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

If you do not have the appropriate qualifications for direct entry, you may be able to apply to our Science Extended Degree, see page 7.

• Practical Forensic Science • Organic Chemistry • Analytical Science

Accreditation

Your future

This course is accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry.

• Advanced Forensic Biology and Toxicology

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 or forensic podiatry, as well as roles in chemistry and analytical chemistry within sectors such as pharmaceuticals, food and drink manufacturers or health.

3 years full-time 4 years inc. placement year Entry requirements:

A Levels/BTEC/UCAS points

*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, see page 7.

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

Previous graduates from courses in this subject area of Forensic Science have gone on to work in roles such as Analytical Scientist at Minvera Scientific Ltd, Quality Control Analyst at Almac Group and Research and Development Respiratory Team Analytical Scientist at RB (Reckitt Benckiser).*** ***LinkedIn

“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. 4

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Science Extended Degree

Forensic and Analytical Science/ Forensic and Analytical Science with Industrial Experience

leading to a BSc(Hons) Degree

MSci Your course

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These undergraduate Master’s courses offer you the opportunity to gain a thorough grounding in the principles and practice of forensic science whilst developing an in-depth knowledge of analytical science.

Forensic and Analytical Science MSci

Course length: Year 0 of a 4–5 year degree

Where the courses differ from each other is that in the third year of the MSci you’ll do a research placement in a university or research setting and with the MSci with Industrial Experience you’ll do a placement in an industry setting. This placement year could be the perfect opportunity for you to put the theory you’ve learned to the test and help boost your career prospects.

Course length: 4 years full-time inc. placement year

If you don’t have the appropriate qualifications for direct entry to one of our science based degrees, you can apply to our Science Extended Degree. Getting stuck into the four main disciplines of biology, chemistry, maths and physics, you’ll have the chance to get a grounding in the scientific knowledge you’ll need no matter which route you eventually decide to take.

No matter what career path you’ve set your sights on, these courses are designed to help you develop the practical and problem-solving skills you need. In our specialised labs and crime-scene facilities, you’ll be able to get to grips with the tools and processes used in real-life investigations and our simulated scenarios will challenge you to apply your know-how on the spot.

Example modules • Practical Forensic Science • Organic Chemistry • Criminal Law and Presentation of Evidence

• Industrial Project (MSci with Industrial Experience only • Analytical Science • Research Project

Entry requirements: A Levels/BTEC/UCAS points BBB* inc. Chemistry/DDM in Applied Science**/120 inc. B 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 B.

Forensic and Analytical Science with Industrial Experience MSci

Your future

Course length: 4 years full-time inc. placement year

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

Entry requirements: A Levels/BTEC/UCAS points BBB* inc. Chemistry/DDM in Applied Science**/120 inc. B in Chemistry at A Level.

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“My degree has helped me to explore not just the area of Forensic Science but also the analytical and chemistry side. It has improved my practical skills using a great variety of analytical instruments, as well as the legal side of Forensic Science with mock expert witness statements and in-court exercises.” Ineta Vaiciulyte, Forensic and Analytical Science with Industrial Experience MSci 6

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Our professional, dedicated and friendly staff are on hand to help reshape the way you learn, challenge you to rethink your own practices and equip you with the skills that will be the foundations for your further studies.

Entry requirements: A Levels/BTEC/UCAS points CCE/MMP/80 inc. entry test and interview.*

Taught through lectures, tutorials and laboratory practicals in our modern facilities, you’ll have the chance to benefit from staff’s expertise in both academia and industry. Optional drop-in sessions offer a great opportunity for you to strengthen your knowledge and make sure you’ve got a clear understanding of all the material as you go along.

Example modules • Biology • Chemistry in Action • Maths and Physics

• Scientific Investigations • Science Skills

Your future On successful completion of this year (you must pass all modules), you’ll be able to continue onto the first year of your degree in science subject areas including: • • • • • •

Biological Sciences Chemistry and Chemical Engineering** Forensic Science Geography Optometry*** Pharmacy***

Please note, many of the courses offered by the School of Applied Sciences are offered ‘with a research placement’. If you wish to progress on to a ‘with research placement’ degree, you’ll be required to achieve an overall pass of at least 50%.

If you do not have the appropriate qualifications for direct entry, you may be able to apply to our Science Extended Degree, see page 7.

Accreditation These courses are accredited by the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences.

For more detailed course information visit courses.hud.ac.uk

*As part of the selection process applicants are normally required to complete an entry test and interview. **Progression onto Chemical Engineering BEng(Hons) is dependent on achieving a minimum pass mark of 60% in the Maths and Physics module. Progression onto Chemical Engineering MEng is also dependent on achieving a minimum pass mark of 60% in the Maths and Physics module, plus an overall pass mark of at least 70%. ***Progression onto Optometry BSc(Hons) and Pharmacy MPharm is dependent on meeting stringent performance levels in the Science Extended Degree. You must pass all modules with an overall pass mark of at least 70%. Plus at least 70% in the Chemistry in Action, and Math and Physics modules. You must also successfully undertake an interview with the Optometry or Pharmacy admissions staff.

Facilities We have invested £18.2m in new science facilities and laboratories for Applied Sciences students. In the Joseph Priestley Building you’ll study in a modern learning environment using professional standard equipment, supported by staff with a blend of industry experience and research excellence.

Academic skills support Whether you have come to university straight from school or college, after some years in work or raising a family, you may find that the required skills are different. Academic Skills Tutors in Applied Sciences are here to help you understand what is expected. They provide a secure and confidential space to discuss any academic skills issues you may have or even just to confirm you are on track. You’ll have the opportunity to develop and build on the skills you need to succeed, whatever challenges you may face throughout your course.

“The support provided by the Academic Skills Tutors is brilliant! They have helped me to improve academically and personally on many different issues. I can’t recommend them enough.” Paul Norton, Medical Biology BSc(Hons) 8

The legal bit This brochure was prepared in the spring of 2021 for courses starting in September 2022 and is up to date as at the date of publication. Any subsequent changes to information will be published in the course information listings on our website courses. hud.ac.uk, and you should check this for the latest information before you apply. Changes to a course you have applied for If we propose to make a major change to a course that you are holding an offer for, then we will tell you as soon as possible so that you can decide whether to withdraw your application prior to enrolment. Changes to your course after you enrol as a student We will always try to deliver your course and other services as described. However, sometimes we may have to make changes as set out below: Changes to option modules Where your course allows you to choose modules from a range of options, we will review these each year and change them to reflect the expertise of our staff, current trends in research and as a result of student feedback or demand for certain modules. We will always ensure that you have a range of options to choose from and we will let you know in good time the options available for you to choose for the following year. Major changes We will only make major changes to the core curriculum of a course or to our services if it is necessary for us to do so and provided such changes are reasonable. A major change in this context is a change that materially changes the services available to you; or the outcomes, or a significant part, of your course, such as the nature of the award or a substantial change to module content, teaching days (part time provision), classes, type of delivery or assessment of the core curriculum. For example, it may be necessary to make a major change to reflect changes in the law or the requirements of the University’s regulators; to meet the latest requirements of a commissioning or accrediting body; to improve the quality of educational provision; in response to student, examiners’ or other course evaluators’ feedback; and/or to reflect academic or professional changes within subject areas. Major changes may also be

We hope you’ve found all the information you need to inspire you to become a student here at Huddersfield. Now all you need to do is apply. necessary because of circumstances outside our reasonable control, such as a key member of staff leaving the University or being unable to teach, where they have a particular specialism that can’t be adequately covered by other members of staff; or due to damage or interruption to buildings, facilities or equipment. Major changes would usually be made with effect from the next academic year, but this may not always be the case. We will notify you as soon as possible should we need to make a major change and will carry out suitable consultation with affected students. If you reasonably believe that the proposed change will cause you detriment or hardship we will, if appropriate, work with you to try to reduce the adverse effect on you or find an appropriate solution. Where an appropriate solution cannot be found and you contact us in writing before the change takes effect you can cancel your registration and withdraw from the University without liability to the University for future tuition fees. We will provide reasonable support to assist you with transferring to another university if you wish to do so. Termination of course

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If this is your first (undergraduate) degree and you want to study a full-time course, then you’ll apply via the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS) at ucas.com

If you want to start your course in September 2022, you can apply through UCAS any time from September 2021 onwards. Please make sure UCAS receives your application by the first application deadline in January 2022. Please see hud.ac/faa for more information.

If you’re at a college or school right now, it’s probably already registered with UCAS. The best thing to do is ask your teacher or careers adviser to help with your application. Once you’ve applied we’ll keep in touch with you throughout the application process, so you’re up to speed with what’s going on.

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In exceptional circumstances, we may, for reasons outside of our control, be forced to discontinue or suspend your course. Where this is the case, a formal exit strategy will be followed and we will notify you as soon as possible about what your options are, which may include transferring to a suitable replacement course for which you are qualified, being provided with individual teaching to complete the award for which you were registered, or claiming an interim award and exiting the University. If you do not wish to take up any of the options that are made available to you, then you can cancel your registration and withdraw from the course without liability to the University for future tuition fees and you will be entitled to a refund of all course fees paid to date. We will provide reasonable support to assist you with transferring to another university if you wish to do so.

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