Coventry University

BSc Biological and Forensic Sciences

Coventry University

Course overview

The BSc Biological and Forensic Sciences course is a combination of human biology and the analytical techniques of forensic science. This programme helps students understand the science behind analysing evidence and how to present it effectively in court. Students will learn the theory and practical skills they will need to understand and examine forensic materials and build a strong case that can pass legal tests.

The programme's practical focus includes experiments in the university’s state-of-the-art labs and forensic simulation labs. The course gives students practical skills that they can apply in future, transferring their knowledge from the crime scenes to the courtroom.

This course is assessed through tests, essays, group work, presentations, reports and a research project in their final year. They will be taught through keynote lectures, lab and forensic crime scene simulations sessions, seminars, group workshops and group and individual studies.

Entry requirements

Candidates need to submit a personal statement and relevant information regarding their studies, an academic and/or employer reference, and their CVs to show their work experience.

Grade Requirements:

  • Candidates need 112 UCAS points, including 32 points above in biology or chemistry-related subjects, A-levels, AS level, BTEC, or an EPQ.
  • Other International qualifications equivalent to A-levels are also accepted.
  • A GCSE at grade 4 or C and above in Mathematics, English and two science subjects is accepted.

English Proficiency:

  • Candidates should submit an overall score of 6.5 in the IELTS test, with a minimum of 5.5 in each section.
  • PTE Academic and TOEFL IBT are also accepted.

Scholarships

  • 25% Alumni Discount

    Alumni who hold an undergraduate or postgraduate degree are now eligible for a 25% discount on the majority of published postgraduate taught full-time or part-time course fees including postgraduate certificates, diplomas.

  • Coventry University Group Scholarship

    £2,000 scholarship per year of study.

    Up to £2,000

  • Sports Scholarships

    £1,500 or £3,000 per year

  • Vice-Chancellor Postgraduate Scholarship

    £2,500 scholarship for first year only.

    Up to £2,500

  • Vice-Chancellor Undergraduate Scholarship

    Up to £4,000 off a full-time Undergraduate degree: Year 1 – £2,000, Year 2 – £1,000 and Year 3 – £1,000.

Career opportunities

Graduates of the BSc Biological and Forensic Sciences from Coventry University can become:

  • Forensic Investigator / Forensic Scientist
  • Researcher / Research Assistant
  • DNA Analyst
  • Toxicologist
  • Crime Scene Manager

Cost of study

The international students’ tuition fee for the BSc Biological and Forensic Sciences programme at Coventry University is £18,300. Note that this is subject to change yearly.

Admission

You can apply for the BSc Biological and Forensic Sciences programme through UCAS. We can assist you with your process at AHZ.

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