Applied Forensic Science

City College Plymouth
Undergraduate HNC Full-time 1 Year CriminologyForensic science

UCAS Points

48 points

About this course

This course will enable you to develop the knowledge, understanding and skills needed to succeed in employment in forensically-based industries or to complete a top-up course at university. Through the study of mandatory core and relevant specialist units, you will cover much of the knowledge, skills and understanding required for successful progression into higher level study or entry into vocationally relevant employment in science laboratories or research centres.

Modules covered include:

  • fundamentals of laboratory techniques

  • scientific data handling approaches and techniques

  • regulation and quality in the applied sciences (pearson-set)

  • cell biology

  • fundamentals of biochemistry

  • criminal investigation.
  • Entry Requirements

    UCAS Tariff Points 48 points
    BTEC PPP

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    2111 Chemical scientists
    3111 Laboratory technicians
    3319 Protective service associate professionals
    2113 Biochemists and biomedical scientists
    3119 Science, engineering and production technicians
    3312 Police officers (sergeant and below)

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Higher National Certificate - HNC
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    1 Year
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Plymouth
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Criminology, Forensic science