Forensic Science with a Year Abroad

University of Kent

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

Forensic Science with a Year Abroad BSc (Hons) is an undergraduate degree at University of Kent, based in Canterbury, taught full-time over 4 years. 83% of final-year students rated the course positively in the National Student Survey, and graduates earn £26,000 on average 15 months after finishing. Typical A-level entry is BBB - BCC.

A-Level Entry

BBB - BCC

Typical offer · UCAS

UCAS Points

104 - 120 points

Typical offer · UCAS

Student Satisfaction

82.83%

NSS · Office for Students

Avg. Graduate Salary

£26,000

15 months after graduation · HESA via Discover Uni

About this course

Forensic Science with a Year Abroad
Do you want to understand the science behind crime scene investigation, develop your laboratory skills and be trained in the delivery of expert witness testimony? Then choose our top-ranked Forensic Science degree.

You'll spend your year abroad studying at one of our partner institutions. Studying and living abroad helps you grow in confidence and enhances your employability. You'll also make friends in the country you're studying in and meet other adventurous students from around the world.

You'll graduate with in-depth knowledge of the theory behind the science, supported by practical experience gained in simulated crime scenes and court cases, major incident exercises that unfold in real time and in our outstanding laboratories. You'll also discover how the skills you gain can be applied within archaeology and in the food and pharmaceutical industries.

Accreditation
This course is fully accredited by The Chartered Society of Forensic Science.

Your future
Forensic scientists are in demand in lots of areas. In addition to working with the police and in the criminal justice system, forensic skills are also sought after in the food and pharmaceutical industries and can be applied within archaeology. Our graduates have gone on to work for companies such as:

- Cellmark

- DNA Legal

- Eurofins Forensic Services

- GSK

- Forensic Explosives Laboratory (part of the Ministry of Defence, it provides scientific support to the Police and Crown Prosecution Service).

You'll also develop key transferable skills including: the ability to work independently or as part of a team; to analyse and problem solve; to conduct research and communicate your findings.

Location
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Entry Requirements

A-Level Grades BBB - BCC
UCAS Tariff Points 104 - 120 points
BTEC DDM - DMM

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
Canterbury
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Criminology, Forensic science
Avg. Graduate Salary
£26,000