BSc Forensic Science with foundation year

Course overview

The BSc Forensic Science (with foundation year) at Nottingham Trent University is a four-year programme. The first year helps students build skills in chemistry, biology and maths. After that, students move into the honours Forensic Science degree. They study crime scene methods, evidence analysis, toxicology, DNA, ballistics, forensic chemistry and legal aspects. Students also use real labs and crime scene training facilities. This programme is accredited by the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences.

The foundation year gives the theoretical and practical base needed for advanced forensic topics. In years 2 to 4, students take modules such as crime scene investigation, forensic biology, forensic chemistry, ethics and law, digital forensics, and a final research project. The honours years also include work placement opportunities and chances to study abroad. Students learn through lectures, seminars, lab practicals, workshops, casework and project work. They collect and analyse real or simulated crime evidence in labs and crime scene settings. Assessments include written exams, lab reports, essays, case study assignments, group projects and a final honours project.

Entry requirements

Grade Requirements

Entry into the foundation year typically requires 72 UCAS tariff points from three A-Level equivalents.
Equivalent qualifications, such as BTEC or Access courses, are also accepted.

English Proficiency

Non-native English speakers must show proof of English proficiency with an IELTS score of 6.0 overall and no section below 5.5.

Scholarships

Bangladesh High Achievers Award
We are pleased to offer up to £3,000 fee reduction to all high achieving Bangladeshi students.
Up to £3,000
Chevening Scholarships
English Language Test Discount
You may be entitled to £200 towards the cost of an English Language Test.
Up to £200
Nottingham Law School’s Professional Courses Scholarships
Nottingham Law School is delighted to offer a number of competitive professional courses scholarships that are worth up to half the value of your tuition fee.
NTU Excellence Scholarships
Undergraduate and Postgraduate - 50% or 25% off your first year tuition fees.
NTU International Merit Scholarships
International Merit Scholarships: £3,000
Up to £3,000
NTU International Scholarships
International Scholarships : £2,000
Up to £2,000
NTU Music Scholarship
We may award music tuition for a number of months, a full academic year, or up to the length of your course.
NTU Sanctuary Scholarship
Outstanding Achievement Award
The value of the scholarship is £1,000 for each year of study on your first course at the University (excluding any work placement year).
Up to £1,000
Sibling Loyalty Reward
20% discount on tuition fees.
Up to 20% of fees
Sport Scholarships
Potential bursary or fee reduction.
Undergraduate Executive Dean's Scholarship
Undergraduate Executive Dean's Scholarship: £5,000
Up to £5,000
Women in Computer Science
50% of tuition fee
Up to 50% of fees

Career opportunities

Graduates of BSc Forensic Science (with foundation year) from Nottingham Trent University can find work in many sectors that link science and investigation. Possible job titles include:

Crime Scene Investigator
Forensic Scientist
Toxicologist
Digital Forensic Analyst
Trace Evidence Analyst

Cost of study

For international students studying BSc Forensic Science (with foundation year) in Nottingham Trent University, the annual tuition fee is £17,500 for full-time study. Students should also expect an annual increase of up to 3% each year.

Admission

Applications for the Nottingham Trent University BSc Forensic Science (with foundation year) course should be made through UCAS. If you need assistance, you can reach out to one of our experienced counsellors at AHZ.

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