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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Forensic Investigation with Foundation Year
Canterbury Christ Church University
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Forensic Investigation with Foundation Year course at Canterbury Christ Church University.
Select a qualification to see required grades
A level
D,D,E
Plus GCSE pass in English Language at grade C or 4. Please see our website for information.
Most popular A-levels studied
The Forensic Investigation with Foundation Year course at Canterbury Christ Church University features content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below to find out about the students taking courses in each of those subject areas at this uni.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Sociology | C |
| Psychology | C |
| Media Studies | B |
| Biology | B |
| Law | D |
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Psychology | D |
| Sociology | C |
| English Literature | C |
| Media Studies | B |
| Photography | D |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: F413
Here's what Canterbury Christ Church University says about its Forensic Investigation with Foundation Year course.
100% of our Forensic Investigation students were in work or further study 15 months after finishing their course - Graduate Outcomes Survey 2025
Get ready with a foundation year and learn the foundational skills and knowledge to complete a full Honours degree. You'll be able to embark on this qualification without meeting the level 3 entry requirements, giving you the opportunity to study at degree level through this four year course.
Study the intersection between science and criminal justice on our BSc Forensic Investigation degree. If you're interested in how science helps solve crimes, this course will give you the practical skills and knowledge needed for a career in forensic science, policing, or criminal justice.
You'll study in purpose-built facilities, including realistic crime scene flats, a court simulation suite, and our award-winning Anatomy Learning Centre. From day one, you’ll take part in practical sessions and learn how to collect, analyse, and present evidence to professional standards.
What you’ll learn
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Investigate realistic crime scenes, collecting and recording evidence using professional techniques.
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Analyse forensic evidence such as DNA, blood patterns, toxicology samples, and trace materials.
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Explore areas like fire investigation, fingerprints, entomology, and impression evidence.
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Present your findings clearly and accurately, including in simulated courtroom environments.
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Understand how forensic work fits into the UK legal system and international investigation standards.
This course is designed to prepare you for real careers in forensic science, law enforcement, border control, and more. You’ll build key skills in teamwork, communication, and problem-solving, all whilst working in the same kinds of environments used by professionals.
Whether you want to join the police, work in labs, or support international forces, this degree will prepare you for the next step.
Source: Canterbury Christ Church University
Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Department
School of Law, Criminal Justice and Policing
Location
Main Site | Canterbury
Duration
4 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Forensic science
• Policing
Start date
September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,535 per year |
| Scotland | £9,535 per year |
| Wales | £9,535 per year |
| Northern Ireland | £9,535 per year |
| Channel Islands | £9,535 per year |
| Republic of Ireland | £9,535 per year |
| EU | £17,000 per year |
| International | £17,000 per year |
The modules you will study
For a list of core and likely optional modules, please visit our website.
Canterbury Christ Church University student reviews
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National Student Survey (NSS) scores at Canterbury Christ Church University
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
The Forensic Investigation with Foundation Year course at Canterbury Christ Church University features content from more than one subject area. Using the options below, you can see ratings from students who took courses in each of these subject areas at this uni
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
83%
low
Teaching on my course
83%
low
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
68%
low
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
93%
low
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
84%
med
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
86%
med
Learning opportunities
83%
low
Learning opportunities
83%
low
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
83%
low
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
86%
low
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
87%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
83%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
76%
low
Assessment and feedback
81%
med
Assessment and feedback
81%
med
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
82%
med
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
78%
low
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
82%
med
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
83%
med
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
80%
med
Academic support
87%
med
Academic support
87%
med
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
86%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
87%
med
Organisation and management
74%
med
Organisation and management
74%
med
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
76%
med
How well organised is your course?
72%
med
Learning resources
92%
med
Learning resources
92%
med
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
95%
med
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
86%
low
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
95%
high
Student voice
59%
low
Student voice
59%
low
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
44%
low
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
70%
low
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
62%
low
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
71%
med
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
89%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
83%
med
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
77%
low
Teaching on my course
77%
low
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
74%
low
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
83%
low
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
70%
low
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
80%
low
Learning opportunities
82%
med
Learning opportunities
82%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
84%
med
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
82%
low
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
88%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
86%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
73%
low
Assessment and feedback
80%
med
Assessment and feedback
80%
med
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
85%
med
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
80%
med
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
76%
med
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
80%
med
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
78%
med
Academic support
79%
low
Academic support
79%
low
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
76%
low
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
82%
med
Organisation and management
73%
low
Organisation and management
73%
low
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
71%
low
How well organised is your course?
76%
low
Learning resources
89%
med
Learning resources
89%
med
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
86%
med
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
92%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
89%
med
Student voice
72%
med
Student voice
72%
med
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
61%
med
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
78%
low
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
76%
med
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
75%
med
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
89%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
80%
med
Student information
The Forensic Investigation with Foundation Year course at Canterbury Christ Church University features content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below to find out about the students taking courses in each of those subject areas at this uni.
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
Facts and figures about Canterbury Christ Church University graduates who took Forensic Investigation with Foundation Year - or another course in the same subject area.
Graduate statistics
55%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
85%
In work, study or other activity
65%
Say it fits with future plans
60%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
15%
Elementary occupations
15%
Sales occupations
10%
Natural and social science professionals
10%
Protective service occupations
Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates
Earnings after graduation
The Forensic Investigation with Foundation Year course includes content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below for Canterbury Christ Church University graduate earnings across each of those subject areas.
Earnings
£21.5k
First year after graduation
£24.1k
Third year after graduation
£29.7k
Fifth year after graduation
Earnings
£24.5k
First year after graduation
£29.6k
Third year after graduation
£31k
Fifth year after graduation
Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Forensic Investigation with Foundation Year.
Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree
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