Full-time undergraduate (3 years, 4 years with placement) Criminal prosecutions depend on evidence which has been safely and intelligently collected, stored and analysed by forensic scientists. Join our Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences course and take part in hands-on investigations in our simulated crime scene. When you graduate, you’ll have the skills to follow a career in forensic science. This course has been validated to include an optional Sandwich Placement year in industry.

When you graduate from our course you’ll have a big role to play in ensuring justice for victims as well as a safer society for us all. Our course focuses on developing your practical skills, which will make you attractive to potential employers. We’ll encourage you to find work placements with local law enforcement organisations during your summer breaks. By choosing certain modules you can become an Associate Member of the Royal Society of Chemistry (AMRSC). While our course will prepare you for a career in forensic science, you’ll also develop the skills to follow other careers in areas like teaching, research, insurance and the law. Graduation doesn’t need to be the end of your time with us. If you’d like to continue your studies we offer a wide range of full-time and part-time postgraduate courses including MSc Forensic Science.