London South Bank University

Forensic Sciences BSc (Hons)

London South Bank UniversitySouthwark Campus, United Kingdom

Course overview

Are you interested in working at the forefront of crime science investigation and as important part of the criminal justice system? Are you excited by the idea of investigating crime scenes using the latest technology and techniques? Do you want to play a crucial role in helping the criminal courts reach their verdict on the guilt of a defendant?

Our Forensic Science degree provides you with the theory and practical experience you need to succeed. Learn how to correctly analyse a crime scene and interpret the evidence in dedicated labs using specialist equipment, taught by academic experts from a wide range of forensic science disciplines. You’ll have the opportunity to see how these are applied in the real world with enrichment activities and trips focusing on forensic entomology, bone analysis, how fire behaves, and more.

Plus, you’ll be able to flex the skills you’ve developed at our crime scene flat, where you’ll gather evidence across a variety of crime scenes in a realistic environment.

Key highlights

  • Crime scene flat for gathering evidence in realistic scenarios
  • Dedicated labs with specialist forensic equipment
  • Taught by experts across a wide range of forensic disciplines
  • Trips covering forensic entomology, bone analysis and fire behaviour
  • Combines forensic theory with hands-on practical experience

Entry requirements

  • UCAS tariff points: 112 — 112 UCAS points Or equivalent level 3 qualifications.
  • Access to HE Diploma — Must include 12 credits in a Science related Access (such as maths, physics, biology or chemistry

Scholarships

  • LSBU Pathway Progression Scholarship

    £5,000 discount from headline gross tuition fees for the first year of study.

    Up to £5,000

  • Sports Scholarships

    Sports scholars can receive up to £1500 financial support per annum, as well as assistance in competition travel and entry.

  • The Cambridge Education Group (CEG) Progression Award

    The LSBU Pathway Progression Scholarship offers a £5,000 tuition fee discount for the first year of undergraduate or postgraduate taught study.

    Up to £5,000

  • The Global Success Scholarship

    The Global Success Scholarship is worth up to £4,000 and awarded to international students to provide them a springboard to kickstart their global career at LSBU.

  • The Transnational Education (TNE) Partner Award

    Value: £5,000 tuition fee discount per academic year

    Up to £5,000

  • The Vice Chancellor’s International Merit Award

    £2,000 for each academic year.

    Up to £2,000

Careers this course leads to

  • Forensic scientist
  • Crime scene investigator
  • Forensic laboratory technician
  • Scenes of crime officer
  • Fire investigator

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £17,400 per year

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to London South Bank University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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