Forensic Science and Criminology With Foundtion Year
Course overview
The Forensic Science and Criminology with Foundation Year programme teaches forensic lab techniques and studies why people commit crimes using practical crime scenes. It will give students a strong foundation in biology and chemistry used in forensic work and explore the criminal justice system's role in preventing and punishing criminal behaviour.
The course is accredited by The Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences. It includes a foundation year that will prepare students for the main degree. This foundation year is perfect for students who need extra preparation or do not meet the entry requirements for the main degree.
Students use the university's mock crime-scene facilities and clinical suite for realistic mortuary training. They also have the chance to practice for court appearances in the Moot Court.
Entry requirements
Candidates are to submit a personal statement and other relevant academic information, a relevant academic and/or employer reference.
Grade Requirements:
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Candidates need 96 UCAS tariff points including an A-level at grade CCC.
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Mathematics GCSE at grade C or 4.
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Other international equivalent qualifications to A levels are also accepted.
English Proficiency:
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Candidates should submit an overall score of 4.5 in the IELTS test.
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TOEFL and PTE are also accepted test scores.
Scholarships
A level and IB Scholarship for International Students
Our A level and IB scholarship is worth £5000 off international tuition fees for each year of study.
Up to £5,000Advanced Placement (AP) Merit Scholarship
Our AP Merit Scholarship is worth £5000 off international tuition fees for each year of study.
Up to £5,000Alumni Scholarship
The University of Bedfordshire values its alumni and is proud to offer a scholarship worth 20% of your first year’s fees.
Up to 20% of feesHong Kong Diploma (HKDSE) Merit Scholarship
Our HKDSE Merit Scholarship is worth £5000 off international tuition fees for each year of study.
Up to £5,000International Foundation Year Scholarship
Our International Foundation Year Scholarship is worth £5000 off international tuition fees for the first year of study.
Up to £5,000International Undergraduate Subject-specific scholarships
Our International Undergraduate subject-specific scholarships are worth up to £5000 off international tuition fees for each year of study.
Up to £5,000Postgraduate Global Merit Scholarship
Our Postgraduate Global Merit Scholarship is worth £3000 off the total international tuition fees for the course.
Up to £3,000Postgraduate Global Subject-Specific Merit Scholarship
Our Postgraduate Global Subject-specific Merit scholarships are worth up to £4000 off international tuition fees for the course.
Vice Chancellor's Scholarship for Postgraduate Students
Vice Chancellor’s Scholarship, which is a reduction of £1,000 off their first year’s fees.
Up to £1,000Vice Chancellor's Scholarship for Undergraduate Students
Vice Chancellor’s Scholarship, which is a reduction of £1,000 off their first year’s fees.
Up to £1,000
Career opportunities
Graduates of the Forensic Science and Criminology with Foundation Year from the University of Bedfordshire can become:
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Forensic scientist
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Analytic scientist
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Detective
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Biomedical scientists
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Police officer
Cost of study
For the academic year 2025/26, the tuition fee for the Forensic Science and Criminology with Foundation Year programme at the University of Bedfordshire is £16,800.
Admission
Admission to the Forensic Science and Criminology with Foundation Year programme is made through UCAS or directly through the University’s CV online portal. We can assist you with your process at AHZ.
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