Forensic Science
University of Hull
UCAS Code: F410 | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
University of Hull
UCAS Code: F410 | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Entry requirements
A level
Applicants must have A level Biology or Chemistry or Applied Science at Grade C, including a Pass in the practical element (where applicable)
Pass Access to HE Diploma overall with a minimum 112 UCAS tariff points including a minimum of 18 credits at Merit in Biology or Chemistry
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Including grade 5 in Higher Level Biology or Chemistry
Only acceptable if studied in addition to A level Biology or Chemistry or Applied Science at grade C
UCAS Tariff
Points can be from any qualification on the UCAS tariff, but must include at least 80 points from A levels BTEC Subsidiary Diploma, Diploma or Extended Diploma OCR Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma, Diploma or Extended Diploma CACHE Diploma or Extended Diploma Irish Leaving Certificate Scottish Highers Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diploma or a combination of appropriate Level 3 qualifications
About this course
Go beyond the lecture theatre and into the crime scene or courtroom with this fully accredited degree in one of the UK’s fastest growing sectors.
Utilising our leading facilities and strong links with local police forces, you’ll gain hands-on experience in forensic investigation and develop the laboratory skills to open up a range of scientific careers – as well as learning how to present evidence as an expert witness in court.
You’ll do all of this through a combination of core and optional modules and by working with academics whose research is recognised as "world leading" in the most recent Research Excellence Framework.
**Why study at Hull?**
• Real-life scenarios: We’re one of the few universities in the UK with a replica crime scene training facility on campus so you can collect evidence, explore criminal activity and see the world of forensic science brought to life.
• Fully accredited: Our course is accredited by the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences.
• Excellent employment prospects: 100% of students in work or further study 15 months after graduating.
**Where could this take me?**
Many of our graduates pursue a career as a forensic scientist or crime scene investigator, working with law enforcement or in laboratory roles such as DNA and drug analysis. But the scientific skills you’ll gain on our course are highly transferable and also open opportunities in other sectors – from education through to the Civil Service and the NHS.
(UK domicile full-time first-degree leavers; Higher Education Graduate Outcomes statistics, for the academic year 2020/21, published by the Higher Education Statistics Agency June 2023)
Modules
**Core modules include**:
Crime Scene Investigations
DNA and Chromatography
Advanced Forensic Science
Human Anatomy
Forensic Analysis of Drugs
Professional Skills.
**Optional modules include**:
Forensic Psychology
Environmental Forensic Science
Specialist Forensic Science Techniques
All modules are subject to availability and this list may change.
Assessment methods
You'll be assessed through a combination of written, practical and coursework assessments throughout your degree.
Written assessment typically includes exams and multiple choice tests.
Practical is an assessment of your skills and competencies. This could include presentations, school experience, work experience or laboratory work.
Coursework typically includes essays, written assignments, dissertations, research projects or producing a portfolio of your work.
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Faculty of Health Sciences
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