BSc (Hons) Forensic Science
University of LincolnBrayford Pool, United Kingdom
Course overview
Forensic scientists provide impartial evidence in criminal investigations through their scientific expertise. They work in laboratories, at crime scenes, and in courtrooms, utilising their highly developed biology and chemistry skills. Their highly detailed work encompasses elements of chemistry and biology applied in areas such as toxicology, DNA analysis, and trace evidence.
The BSc (Hons) Forensic Science degree is designed to help students develop the skills and knowledge required by forensic scientists in order to apply scientific expertise in criminal investigations. The degree aims to develop skills and knowledge in a range of forensic science tasks, including crime scene investigation, physical evidence collection, sample analysis, and defence of testimony. This academically challenging course combines a broad spectrum of subjects, including advanced chemical and biological analysis, forensic toxicology, and crime scene management.
Key highlights
- Develops skills in crime scene investigation and physical evidence collection
- Covers forensic toxicology, DNA analysis and trace evidence
- Includes advanced chemical and biological analysis
- Teaches crime scene management and sample analysis
- Prepares students to present and defend expert testimony
Entry requirements
- UCAS tariff points: 104-112 — UK: 104 to 112 UCAS Tariff points. This must be achieved from a minimum of 2 A Levels or equivalent Level 3 qualifications, to include 40 points from Biology, Chemistry or Applied Science . For example: A Level: BCC to BBC to include a Grade B in Biology, Chemistry or Applied Science BTEC Extended…
- International Baccalaureate: 29 — overall to include
- BTEC: DMM — BTEC Extended Diploma
- GCSE: 4 or above — to include English, Mathematics
- A-level: BCC-BBC — to include to include a Grade B in Biology, Chemistry or Applied Science
- International qualifications — International Non UK Qualifications: If you have studied outside of the UK, and are unsure whether your qualification meets the above requirements, please visit our country pages https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/studywithus/internationalstudents/entryrequirementsandyourcountry/ for information on equivalent qualifications. EU and Overseas students will be required to demonstrate English language profici…
Scholarships
Global Leaders Scholarship
The scholarship is available to international students and is valued at 50% of tuition fees for one year of study.
Up to 50% of feesInternational Undergraduate Scholarship
The International Undergraduate Scholarship is valued at £2,000 and will be awarded to eligible students as a tuition fee discount for each year of their undergraduate programme at the University of Lincoln.
Up to £2,000Partner Scholarship
If you’re eligible to receive the Partner Scholarship, you may also be eligible to receive a tuition fee discount of £1,000 through our Early Payment Discount.
Up to £1,000
Careers this course leads to
- Forensic scientist
- Crime scene investigator
- Forensic toxicologist
- DNA analyst
- Laboratory analyst
- Scene of crime officer
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £18,300 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 University of Lincoln, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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