Liverpool John Moores University

BSc Forensic Anthropology with Foundation Year

Liverpool John Moores University

Course overview

Liverpool John Moores University’s BSc Forensic Anthropology with Foundation Year is a course that teaches how human skeletal remains can be investigated to get clues on age, ancestry, and sex. This degree is suitable for students who have an eye for detail and are curious about certain occurrences in their surroundings. The foundation year offers an additional year to learn the basics before progressing to the main course.

In this programme, students will understand psychology, micropaleontology, human anatomy, and forensic archaeology. These modules prepare them for jobs in a legal setting where they can examine skeletal remains to identify humans, their origin, and other relevant information.

Learning in this course occurs through online resources, lectures, interactive workshops, laboratory sessions, and seminars. Assessment methods include examinations, group projects, lab reports, and a final-year project.

Entry requirements

Grade Requirements:

  • Candidates need a minimum of 72 UCAS tariff points.
  • They may also need a maximum of 20 AS-level points.
  • Other acceptable qualifications include the BTEC, Access to HE Diploma (Pass), or International Baccalaureate.

English Proficiency:

  • International students require an overall IELTS score of 6.0 with no component below 5.5.

Scholarships

  • 2-year Masters Scholarships

    This would equal £7,000 total discount across the 2 years.

  • Chevening Scholarships

  • Early Bird Tuition Fee Discount

    We are excited to offer a £500 Early Payment Discount to all self-funded international students.

    Up to £500
  • Early Bird Tuition Fee Discount Business, Law and Public Health Students

    Eligible students for these courses could now receive a £1,500 Early Bird Discount from their tuition fees – an increase of £1,000 from the standard amount.

  • Postgraduate International Achievement Scholarship

    Applicants a £3,500 tuition fee discount towards the first year of their studies.

    Up to £3,500
  • Sport Scholarship Scheme

    Our Sport Scholarship scheme is one of the leading initiatives the UK and helps talented students fulfil both their sporting and their academic potential. You’ll receive cash bursaries.

  • Undergraduate International Achievement Scholarship

    £3,000 tuition fee discount towards each year of their studies.

    Up to £3,000

Career opportunities

Graduates of the BSc Forensic Anthropology with Foundation Year can work in roles such as:

  • Forensic Anthropologist
  • Crime Scene Investigator
  • Archaeologist
  • Human Identification Specialist
  • Laboratory Technician

Cost of study

The tuition fee for international students opting for the BSc Forensic Anthropology with Foundation Year is £18,250.

Admission

International students interested in the BSc Forensic Anthropology with Foundation Year can receive assistance with their applications to LJMU. Contact AHZ counsellors today for personalised guidance.

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