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The BSc (Hons) Forensic Science (progression year) provides the opportunity for students to continue their studies to Level 6, providing in-depth knowledge of forensic science skills and practices and further develop transferable scientific skills. This exciting and dynamic programme provides you with the opportunities to further develop your existing knowledge of forensic science skills and practices, through the practical application of advanced knowledge and skills, acquiring the attributes required by employers in forensic laboratories and scientific support services. You will study a range of exciting and contemporary modules which will develop your forensic science-specific skills, attributes and competencies.
Whist this is a full-time course, typically this course generally only requires one-two days on campus attendance, supported by self-directed study. This means you can continue to work alongside your studies and balance other commitments. Upon graduating you may gain employment as a forensic scientist, analytical chemist, crime scene investigator, detectives, scientific laboratory technician or toxicologist.
This programme is not open to students requiring a Student visa to study in the UK.
Please see our website for module information.
The following entry points are available for this course:
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| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | IELTS 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in all components) where English is not the students' first language. |
This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
We are unable to show previous accepted grades for this course. This could be because the course is new, it's a postgraduate course, there isn't enough historical data, or the provider has opted out of sharing their entry grades data for this course - learn more.
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9535 | Year 1 |
| EU | £15090 | Year 1 |
| International | £15090 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £15090 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
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