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Forensic Investigation with Foundation Year
BSc (Hons) · 4 Years · Full-time · 09/2026 · UndergraduateMain Site
Course summary
100% of our Forensic Investigation students were in work or further study 15 months after finishing their course - Graduate Outcomes Survey 2025
Get ready with a foundation year and learn the foundational skills and knowledge to complete a full Honours degree. You'll be able to embark on this qualification without meeting the level 3 entry requirements, giving you the opportunity to study at degree level through this four year course.
Study the intersection between science and criminal justice on our BSc Forensic Investigation degree. If you're interested in how science helps solve crimes, this course will give you the practical skills and knowledge needed for a career in forensic science, policing, or criminal justice.
You'll study in purpose-built facilities, including realistic crime scene flats, a court simulation suite, and our award-winning Anatomy Learning Centre. From day one, you’ll take part in practical sessions and learn how to collect, analyse, and present evidence to professional standards.
What you’ll learn
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Investigate realistic crime scenes, collecting and recording evidence using professional techniques.
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Analyse forensic evidence such as DNA, blood patterns, toxicology samples, and trace materials.
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Explore areas like fire investigation, fingerprints, entomology, and impression evidence.
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Present your findings clearly and accurately, including in simulated courtroom environments.
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Understand how forensic work fits into the UK legal system and international investigation standards.
This course is designed to prepare you for real careers in forensic science, law enforcement, border control, and more. You’ll build key skills in teamwork, communication, and problem-solving, all whilst working in the same kinds of environments used by professionals.
Whether you want to join the police, work in labs, or support international forces, this degree will prepare you for the next step.
Modules
For a list of core and likely optional modules, please visit our website.
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Main Site
Study options
- BSc (Hons) • Full-time • 4 Years
Start dates
- 09/2026
Apply by
14 January
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- F413
- Institution code:
- C10
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- -
- Points of Entry:
- Foundation
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
Canterbury Christ Church University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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How to apply
Apply by
14 January
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- F413
- Institution code:
- C10
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Foundation
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff
Three A Levels at Grade DDE or BTEC Extended Diploma at Grade MPP.
GCSE pass in English Language at grade C or 4.
Please see our website for information.
A level - DDE
Plus GCSE pass in English Language at grade C or 4.
Please see our website for information.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MPP
Plus GCSE pass in English Language at grade C or 4.
Please see our website for information.
Access to HE Diploma - P: 45 credits
Please see our website for information.
Scottish Higher
Please see our website for information.
Please see our website for information.
Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.
Historical entry grades data BETA
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.
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Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
The number of student respondents and response rates can be important in interpreting the data – it is important to note your experience may be different from theirs. This data will be based on the subject area rather than the specific course. Read more about this data on the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| 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 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| EU | £17000 | Year 1 |
| International | £17000 | 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.
Additional fee information
Home (UK) Fees:
Home (UK) tuition fees for Foundation Years at Canterbury Christ Church University will be set in line with the maximum tuition fee cap for foundation years in classroom-based subjects or non-classroom-based subjects, as set by the UK Government. Home (UK) tuition fees for subsequent years 1-3 are currently set in line with the maximum tuition fee cap for standard undergraduate degrees set by the UK Government, currently £9,535. However, this is subject to any changes to the maximum tuition fee cap, or any other changes to regulated undergraduate tuition fees, that might be subsequently approved by Parliament for the 2026/27 academic year onwards.
International Tuition Fees (including EU fees):
Undergraduate tuition fees for International students are not subject to the Government’s regulations on maximum tuition fees. The University’s 2026/27 Overseas tuition fees for international students, and information about any mid-course increases, will be published on each course webpage. More details about International student fees and funding and any Scholarships which are available can be found on the following weblink which will be updated for 2026/27 entrants in due course: https://www.canterbury.ac.uk/study-here/fees-and-funding/international-student-fees-and-funding
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