Natural Sciences (Q64)
Open UniversityUndergraduate BSc (Hons) Distance learning 3-6 Years Forensic science
About this course
Study a specific science or pick and choose from different scientific disciplines. Many challenges facing society today involve an interdisciplinary approach; this degree lets you explore a range of sciences. Start with a wide-ranging introduction to topical areas of modern science, giving you a good grounding in each branch. Then, continue with a broad-based approach or focus on a single area of science. Our OpenSTEM Labs allow you to do practical work online. At the same time, some modules offer optional hands-on laboratory work and fieldwork.Accredited by the Society for Natural Sciences (SNS) Study an interdisciplinary, broad-based route and pick modules across the science curriculum Or pick a specialist route and focus on one of six branches of science Develop investigative and laboratory skills using our state-of-the-art multi-award-winning OpenSTEM Labs Practice hands-on laboratory work and fieldwork (with online options)
Key features of the course
Career Prospects
Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:
3111 Laboratory technicians
2223 Speech and language therapists
2111 Chemical scientists
2119 Natural and social science professionals
3119 Science, engineering and production technicians
2113 Biochemists and biomedical scientists
Course Details
- Qualification
- Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
- Study Mode
- Distance learning
- Duration
- 3-6 Years
- Start Date
- 2025
- Academic Year
- 2025
- Campus / Location
- Milton Keynes
- Scheme
- Undergraduate
- Subjects
- Forensic science