Forensic Science BSc (Hons)
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Course overview
Forensic science plays a vital role in the criminal justice system, where forensic scientists collaborate in teams to manage crime scenes, analyse evidence and deliver expert witness testimony in court. Through a crime-scene-to-court approach, you will be guided through essential concepts such as crime scene evaluation and preservation through to analysis, interpretation and presentation of collected evidence. Gain a keen theoretical and practical understanding of how science underpins the analysis of forensic materials and how this must withstand legal challenges.
Consider a range of forensic
Key highlights
- Crime-scene-to-court approach from evidence collection to courtroom presentation
- Covers crime scene evaluation, preservation and evidence analysis
- Develops skills in interpreting and presenting forensic evidence
- Explores how scientific analysis must withstand legal challenges
- Optional sandwich year extends the degree to four years
Entry requirements
- UCAS tariff points: 112 — UCAS points 112 A level BBC to include Biology and/or Chemistry.
- A-level: BBC — to include to include Biology and/or Chemistry
- BTEC: DMM — BTEC Level 3 Extended National Diploma
- International Baccalaureate: 30 — to include to include 5 points in Biolog
- GCSE: 4/C — to include Mathematics, English
- Access to HE Diploma — To include 30 level 3 credits above Merit of which 15 must be Distinction in Biology or Chemistry units
Scholarships
25% Alumni Discount
Alumni who hold an undergraduate or postgraduate degree are now eligible for a 25% discount on the majority of published postgraduate taught full-time or part-time course fees including postgraduate certificates, diplomas.
Coventry University Group Scholarship
£2,000 scholarship per year of study.
Up to £2,000Sports Scholarships
£1,500 or £3,000 per year
Vice-Chancellor Undergraduate Scholarship
Up to £4,000 off a full-time Undergraduate degree: Year 1 – £2,000, Year 2 – £1,000 and Year 3 – £1,000.
Careers this course leads to
- Forensic scientist
- Crime scene investigator
- Forensic laboratory analyst
- Forensic toxicologist
- Scientific support officer
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £19,200 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 Coventry University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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