BSc (Hons) Forensic Science with Placement Year

Course Overview This course applies cutting-edge scientific techniques to the field of criminal justice, providing you with the practical skills to recover, analyze, and present crucial evidence. You will develop a strong foundation in chemistry and biology before specializing in areas like DNA profiling, toxicology, and trace evidence analysis. The program offers both a three-year BSc and a four-year MSci pathway, allowing you to tailor your studies to your professional ambitions. Key Program Highlights Master crime scene investigation techniques, including evidence recovery and forensic photography Gain hands-on experience analyzing drugs, trace evidence, and biological materials like blood and DNA Choose a specialized MSci pathway in Forensic Biology, Chemistry, or Criminalistics Develop expertise through real-world forensic case studies and independent research projects Understand the legal context and learn how to present scientific evidence in court