Forensic Science

Coventry University
Undergraduate BSc (Hons) Full-time 3 Years CriminologyForensic science

A-Level Entry

BBC

UCAS Points

112 points

Avg. Graduate Salary

£25,000

About this course

The course provides students with a foundation in chemical and biological sciences coupled with forensic science requirements such as crime scene evaluation, collection and preservation of evidence, and legal aspects.

Forensic science is a critical part of the criminal justice system.

A forensic scientist will work in a diverse team to help resolve crimes, and will need to manage crime scenes, analyse evidence, and present expert witness statements in court.

  • Through a ‘crime scene to court’ approach, students will be guided through essential concepts such as crime scene evaluation and preservation through to analysis, interpretation, and presentation of collected evidence.

  • You will gain a keen theoretical and practical understanding of how science underpin the analysis of forensic materials and how this must withstand legal challenges.

  • You will consider a range of forensic evidence types from toxicology, DNA, anthropology, particulates such as glass, fire and explosive residues.

    Key Course Benefits

  • Authentic application using expert knowledge of practitioners in the fields of biology, chemistry, pharmacology, forensic science and forensic investigation who bring research and practical experience into the classroom (staff subject to change).

  • A ‘crime scene to court’ design that guides you from initially securing a scene through to analysing materials and presenting evidence in a court of law. This allows you to understand the entire forensic science process as well as the responsibilities of the people involved.

  • The multidisciplinary nature of the course means that graduates will be able to apply their knowledge to a range of employment and entrepreneurship opportunities within or outside the forensic science area.

  • Opportunities to examine complex scenes in internal, external and international contexts exploring the use of 3D modelling, photography, and anthropology as methods of gathering forensic data*.

  • You will be able to assess simulated crime scenes in our crime scene houses, and other settings, and will then examine evidence in our biological and analytical laboratories applying relevant analytical and evaluation techniques*.

    *For further information please check the course page on the Coventry University website .

    • Entry Requirements

    A-Level Grades BBC
    UCAS Tariff Points 112 points
    Scottish Higher CCCCC
    BTEC DMM

    Study Options

    This course is available in 2 study options:

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 3 Years

    Qualification: BSc (Hons)

    Location: Coventry

    Avg. Salary: £25,000

    Sandwich

    Duration: 4 Years

    Qualification: BSc (Hons)

    Location: Coventry

    Avg. Salary: £25,000

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    2111 Chemical scientists
    3111 Laboratory technicians
    3119 Science, engineering and production technicians
    2113 Biochemists and biomedical scientists
    3319 Protective service associate professionals
    2112 Biological scientists

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    Course Details

    Qualification
    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    3 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Coventry
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Criminology, Forensic science
    Avg. Graduate Salary
    £25,000

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    Coventry University

    Coventry

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