Forensic Science with Criminology (Extended)

University of Greenwich
Undergraduate BSc (Hons) Full-time 4 Years Sociology

A-Level Entry

See entry requirements

UCAS Points

64 points

Avg. Graduate Salary

£28,000

About this course

With access to industry experts from our emergency and counter-terrorism services, this extended forensic science with criminology degree is the perfect platform for your future career.

Our extended degree in forensic science with criminology covers subjects such as biology and physiology, forensic geoscience, and chemistry for life science. You'll also study modules in criminology, including policing, violence in society and the psychology of terrorism. Hands-on study includes sessions held in the lab and at mock crime scenes.

The course begins with a foundation year to get you ready for degree-level learning. You'll then study the same modules offered on our three-year course.

The course is accredited by the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences, the professional body for forensic science worldwide.

What you should know about this course

  • This four-year course is identical to the three-year one, but has a foundation year with lower entry requirements.

  • The foundation year includes academic writing, computing skills, introduction to the subject and more.

  • Practical facilities allow you to practice scenarios you will find in the workplace, including crime scene examination rooms and vehicles and an entomology facility.

  • This course is taught at our Medway Campus in Chatham Maritime, Kent with one day a week at our Greenwich Campus.
  • Entry Requirements

    A-Level Grades See entry requirements
    UCAS Tariff Points 64 points

    Study Options

    This course is available in 2 study options:

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 4 Years

    Qualification: BSc (Hons)

    Location: Chatham

    Avg. Salary: £28,000

    Sandwich

    Duration: 5 Years

    Qualification: BSc (Hons)

    Location: Chatham

    Avg. Salary: £28,000

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    1162 Senior police officers
    3319 Protective service associate professionals
    3314 Prison service officers (below principal officer)
    2462 Probation officers
    2435 Professional/Chartered company secretaries
    2434 Business and related research professionals

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    4 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Chatham
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Sociology
    Avg. Graduate Salary
    £28,000