BSc Forensic Science including foundation year

London Metropolitan University’s BSc Forensic Science (including foundation year) runs for four years. It is a degree for those who do not meet the qualifications for the main degree. The foundation year will teach these students the basics in scientific subjects such as chemistry, molecular and cell biology, and genetics.

The course builds important academic and practical skills that prepare students for the next three years of the main degree. These analytical skills are built through problem-solving exercises and experiments in the university's Science Centre.

The course allows students to learn about different ways to apply bio-analysis, including DNA profiling, fingerprints, and drug analysis. The programme trains forensic scientists to investigate crimes fairly and defend their findings in court.

London Metropolitan University offers a welcoming and exciting environment for students and is highly regarded for its teaching and student experience, earning top spots in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024. It is also known to be a fair and inclusive environment for every student.

The University has modern learning facilities which students enjoy, including special studios, a mock courtroom, a journalism newsroom, and a large Science Centre. The university offers undergraduate and postgraduate courses in subjects like Business, Computer Science, Art & Design, Social Sciences, Engineering, Media, Architecture, and Health Sciences.

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 32 UCAS points from A levels or an equivalent level 3 qualification such as BTEC.
• A GCSE at grade C or 4 in English and Mathematics. If you meet the UCAS points but have a grade D/3 in English or Mathematics you may be given a university test.
• Other international equivalent qualifications are also accepted.

English Proficiency:

• Candidates need an overall score of 6.0 in the IELTS Academic test, with no score below 5.5.
• Other English language test scores, such as PTE Academic and TOEFL IBT, are accepted, amongst others.

London Metropolitan University provides scholarships to support international students, including the International Bright Futures Scholarship, which offers a £3,000 tuition fee reduction, given automatically to eligible students. The Elite Scholarships cater to students from specific countries, such as Canada and the USA, offering up to £5,500 per year.

Also, the London Metropolitan University Sanctuary Scholarship assists students facing immigration-related funding challenges. The Unite Foundation Scholarship Scheme also offers three years of free accommodation to eligible undergraduate students who are care leavers or taken away from their parents, making university education accessible to them.

After completing the BSc Forensic Science (including foundation year) programme from London Metropolitan University, students can pursue a career as an/a:

• Forensic Scientist
• Analytical Chemist
• Crime Scene Investigator
• Toxicologist
• Forensic Laboratory Analyst

Candidates should submit their applications through UCAS or directly to the university’s application portal. If you need further assistance with your application, reach out to our trained counsellors at AHZ.