Year One * Introduction to Criminalistics * Introduction to Forensic Science * Introduction to Forensic Biology * Organic Chemistry * Physical Chemistry * Analytical Methods for Forensic Science * Laboratory Safety and Practice Year Two * Forensic Evidence * Forensic Earth Science * Forensic Imaging * Analytical Chemistry * Spectroscopy * Molecular Biology * Professional Computer Forensics Security Year 3 * Forensic Literature Project * Case Studies * Toxicology * Advanced Analytical Chemistry * Human Molecular Genetics and DNA Profiling in Forensic Science * Electron Microscopy and X-ray Analysis in Forensic Science * Forensic Microscopy * Fire and Explosion Investigation
| Number | Duration |
|---|---|
| 3 | year |
Students on our forensic science degree will gain an excellent portfolio of practical skills that are in demand by employers, plus you will be trained using the same instruments and techniques as practising forensic scientists, which will give you an advantage when applying for graduate positions. To increase your employability, you may be eligible to spend a year working in industry mid-way through the course, which is an excellent way to expand your range of skills. The skills and knowledge of our forensic science graduates are highly desirable and can be used in other scientific areas such as the chemical and pharmaceutical industries, or in postgraduate study such as Masters, Doctorate and fast-track medicine. Career opportunities for our graduates have been very good, gaining posts all over the world in forensic laboratories, crime scene investigation teams, toxicology, biomedical and environmental laboratories, police forces, fingerprint bureaus, insurance investigation, and health and safety.