Natural Sciences (W37)

Open University
Undergraduate DipHE Distance learning 2-4 Years Forensic science

About this course

This diploma is ideal if you’re curious about the world we live in and enjoy delving into a broad range of scientific topics. You’ll explore aspects of biology, chemistry, earth sciences, environmental sciences, physics, astronomy and planetary science – while developing critical thinking, data analysis and problem-solving skills.

Key features of the course

  • Starts with an introduction to topical areas of modern science, giving you a good grounding in each

  • Allows you to pick modules from across a wide science curriculum

  • Provides opportunities for hands-on laboratory and field work, or take part online from home

  • Develops logical and critical thinking skills that are highly prized in the workplace
  • Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    2119 Natural and social science professionals
    3111 Laboratory technicians
    2223 Speech and language therapists
    2111 Chemical scientists
    2231 Midwifery nurses
    2113 Biochemists and biomedical scientists

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Diploma of Higher Education - DipHE
    Study Mode
    Distance learning
    Duration
    2-4 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Milton Keynes
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Forensic science