Forensic Science with Foundation Year
University of DerbyDerby (Kedleston Road), United Kingdom
Course overview
• Study a programme which sets high professional standards: this course is accredited by The Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences • Start your studies at foundation level: the perfect choice if you are planning a career change or if you are keen to study a completely new subject area • Build the advanced skills you need to investigate crime scenes, analyse evidence and present findings in court • Gain hands-on experience in our impressive Forensic Training Facility and high-specification laboratories • Learn from forensic scientists, fingerprint experts, police officers, lawyers and judges so that you see all aspects of the profession in close-up • Apply what you learn in the workplace: you will have the opportunity to undertake a year-long placement in a forensic imaging unit, footwear unit or forensic analytical service laboratories with the East Midlands Scientific Operations Unit (EMSOU)
Key highlights
- Accredited by The Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences
- Foundation year suits career changers or those new to the subject
- Develop skills to investigate crime scenes, analyse evidence and present in court
- Hands-on training in a Forensic Training Facility and specialist laboratories
- Taught by forensic scientists, fingerprint experts, police officers, lawyers and judges
- Optional year-long placement with the East Midlands Scientific Operations Unit
Entry requirements
- UCAS tariff points: 72 — Requirement: What we're looking for Requirement: What we're looking for UCAS points: 72 A Level: DDD T Level: Pass BTEC: MMP GCSE: GCSE Maths and English are preferred, however if you don't have these qualifications you…
- A-level: DDD — …What we're looking for Requirement: What we're looking for UCAS points: 72 A Level: DDD T Level: Pass BTEC: MMP GCSE: GCSE Maths and English are preferred, however if you don't have these qualifications you will be able to…
- T-level: Pass — …looking for Requirement: What we're looking for UCAS points: 72 A Level: DDD T Level: Pass BTEC: MMP GCSE: GCSE Maths and English are preferred, however if you don't have these qualifications you will be able to undertake Ma…
- BTEC: MMP — …Requirement: What we're looking for UCAS points: 72 A Level: DDD T Level: Pass BTEC: MMP GCSE: GCSE Maths and English are preferred, however if you don't have these qualifications you will be able to undertake Maths and Englis…
- Access to HE Diploma: Pass — Pass; with 60 credits: 45 at Level 3 with a minimum
Scholarships
Full Payment Discount
If you pay your annual tuition fee in full ahead of enrolment, you will benefit from a £1,000 discount.
Up to £1,000Sports Scholarships - Individual and Team Sport Scholar
Up to £3,000 fee subsidy and support services.
Sports Scholarships - Performance Team Sports Scholar
Up to £3,000 fee subsidy and support services.
Talented Athlete Award
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Vice-Chancellor's Scholarships
Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarships - £2,000
Up to £2,000
Careers this course leads to
- Forensic scientist
- Crime scene investigator
- Forensic imaging specialist
- Fingerprint examiner
- Forensic laboratory analyst
- Footwear mark examiner
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,535 per year | International: £17,500 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 University of Derby, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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