University of Lancashire

BSc Forensic Science Criminal Investigation

University of Lancashire

Course overview

The BSc Forensic Science & Criminal Investigation at the University of Central Lancashire is designed to teach students about fingerprint recovery, crime scene photography, trace evidence examination, and laboratory work under the guidance of former CSIs.

Students will be taught about using both theoretical foundations and hands‑on practical modules. And at the end of the programme, graduates should be able to handle dedicated crime‑scene houses, vehicle examination bays, laboratories, and simulation suites, preparing them for roles in forensic science and criminal investigation.

Entry requirements

If you want to study BSc Forensic Science & Criminal Investigation from the University of Central Lancashire, you must meet specific grade and English language criteria.

Grade Requirements:

  • Students must have a UCAS Tariff between 104 and 112 points.

  • Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma.

English Language Requirements:

  • IELTS 6.0 overall (no component below 5.5) or accepted equivalent

Scholarships

  • Articulation Scholarship

    We are offering a scholarship of £2,000 for the first year of study to students who progress from one of our formal articulation partner institutions.

    Up to £2,000

  • Excellence Scholarship

    £3,500 for the first year of study, with subsequent years of study subject to achievement of an APM of over 60%.

    Up to £3,500

  • Family Loyalty Scholarship

    Value: £2,000 per year of study

    Up to £2,000

  • Franchise Scholarship

    £2,000 per year of study

    Up to £2,000

  • International Bursary

    An international bursary of £1,000 per year of study is available to all international students enrolling with us in the academic year.

    Up to £1,000

  • INTO Scholarship

    Scholarships are £2,000 in value per year and if students meet our Excellence criteria then £3500 is awarded instead.

    Up to £2,000

  • MBBS Excellence Scholarship

    £10,000 reduction in your overall tuition fee. You'll receive this through a tuition fee waiver of £2,000 per year of study (to a maximum value of £10,000).

    Up to £10,000

  • ONCampus Scholarship

    £2,000 per year of study.

    Up to £2,000

  • Sports Scholarships

    Value: Up to £500 bronze | up to £2000 silver | up to £5000 gold

  • The Medivet Hardship Fund

    A maximum of £300 can be applied for each academic year.

    Up to £300

  • Women in STEM bursary

    Value: £2,000 per year of study (where a student has met the Excellence Scholarship criteria £3,500 is applied).

    Up to £2,000

Career opportunities

Graduates of BSc Forensic Science & Criminal Investigation from the University of Central Lancashire are prepared to work in a range of forensic and analytical roles, including:

  • Crime Scene Investigator

  • Forensic Scientist

  • Trace Evidence Analyst

  • Forensic Laboratory Technician

  • Intelligence Analyst

Cost of study

The tuition fee for international students studying BSc Forensic Science & Criminal Investigation at the University of Central Lancashire is approximately £18,500 per year. Please note that tuition fees are subject to annual increases.

Admission

To apply for this course, you’ll need to go through UCAS. To learn more about this process, please speak with one of our trained counsellors.

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