Forensic Investigation

Glasgow Caledonian University

Undergraduate BSc (Hons) Full-time 4 Years CriminologyForensic science

Forensic Investigation BSc (Hons) is an undergraduate degree at Glasgow Caledonian University, based in Glasgow, taught full-time over 4 years. 91% of final-year students rated the course positively in the National Student Survey, and graduates earn £22,000 on average 15 months after finishing. Typical A-level entry is CCC.

A-Level Entry

CCC

Typical offer · UCAS

Student Satisfaction

91.43%

NSS · Office for Students

Avg. Graduate Salary

£22,000

15 months after graduation · HESA via Discover Uni

About this course

Study BSc Forensic Investigation and produce high quality evidence that can be used in a court of law. You will benefit from our investment in state-of-the-art chemistry and biology labs where you will learn the scientific methods used to investigate and solve crimes.

Graduate with a Forensic Investigation degree and you will have the appropriate legal background in criminal and environmental law needed to become a forensic investigator. Our graduates are in demand in industries such as forensic science, environmental protection, pharmaceutical, food safety and anti-counterfeiting. Graduates also go on to research and development for the chemical industry, high school level teaching, masters study and some go on to become Chartered Chemists.

Entry Requirements

A-Level Grades CCC
Scottish Higher BBCC
BTEC MMM

Career Prospects

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Course Details

Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2025

2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ

Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Glasgow
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Criminology, Forensic science
Avg. Graduate Salary
£22,000