University of Greenwich

Forensic Science with Criminology (Extended), BSc Hons

University of GreenwichMedway Campus, United Kingdom

Course overview

This four-year course is identical to the three-year one, but has a foundation year with lower entry requirements The foundation year includes academic writing, computing skills, introduction to the subject and more Practical facilities allow you to practice scenarios you will find in the workplace, including crime scene examination rooms and vehicles and an entomology facility Gain a foundation in criminological perspectives to understand the theory of crime and criminality 100% of students fee

Key highlights

  • Foundation year covering academic writing, computing skills and subject introduction
  • Crime scene examination rooms and vehicles for realistic workplace practice
  • Dedicated entomology facility for forensic investigation work
  • Grounding in criminological perspectives on crime and criminality
  • Sandwich option adds a year of industry placement

Entry requirements

  • UCAS tariff points: 64 — Text: 64 UCAS Tariff points which must include one of the following
  • A-level — Biology, Chemistry or Physics
  • BTEC — Extended Diploma in Applied Science
  • Other qualification — A Level and BTEC National: Extended Certificate in Applied Science and A Level Biology, Chemistry or Physics
  • International Baccalaureate: 24 — overall including Higher Level Science
  • Access to HE Diploma — Science
  • T-level: Pass — to include with D or E on the Core

Scholarships

  • David Fussey Choral Exhibition Bursary

    The bursary is worth £1,000 per year for up to three years. Winners will be expected to perform a number of duties.

    Up to £1,000
  • International Hardship Fund

    The maximum award is £1,000 per academic year.

    Up to £1,000
  • International Scholarship Award

    International students who hold an offer to study at the University of Greenwich could receive a tuition fee discount worth up to £3,500 in their first year.

  • The Global Greenwich Bursary

    A scholarship of up to £2,000 paid to students who are undertaking their first approved study abroad Programme at the University of Greenwich.

  • Uni Toolkit Scholarship

    This is a £1000 cash bursary paid in your first year of study to students from our local school.

    Up to £1,000
  • Visionary Scholarship

    We can offer two cash scholarships worth £5,750.

    Up to £5,750
  • William Hills Scholarship

    The William Hills Bursary offering three students £5,000 each year for the duration of their 3-year BEng Mechanical Engineering degree including extended programmes.

    Up to £5,000

Careers this course leads to

  • Forensic scientist
  • Crime scene investigator
  • Forensic laboratory technician
  • Police officer
  • Criminal intelligence analyst

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,790 | International: £17,975

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 Greenwich, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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