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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Forensic Science with Foundation Year

Entry requirements

Here's what you will need to get a place on the Forensic Science with Foundation Year course at University of Worcester.

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Most popular A-levels studied

See who's studying at University of Worcester. These students are taking Forensic Science with Foundation Year or another course from the same subject area.

Forensic and archaeological sciences
SubjectGrade
BiologyE
PsychologyC
ChemistryB
SociologyC
Drama and Theatre StudiesC
Source: HESA

Course summary

What this course is about

UCAS code: F411

Here's what University of Worcester says about its Forensic Science with Foundation Year course.

Overview

We offer a range of programmes which combine a foundation year with a degree in Biological Sciences over a four year course. These courses are perfect if you:

  • studied non-science subjects but now want to pursue a career in science

  • are returning to education after some time away

  • don't currently meet the requirements for direct entry onto our degree courses

At Worcester our courses have a strong practical emphasis, designed to prepare you for an exciting career in the Biological Sciences - from Medical and Healthcare Sciences, to Forensics and Animal Biology.

Key features

  • A friendly supportive learning environment with an open-door policy and support from a personal academic tutor

  • Carefully designed courses to help you make sure you have the right mix of skills and knowledge to progress

  • A strong emphasis on practical and laboratory work

  • Modern laboratories, specialist equipment and an inspiring environment for you to gain practical skills and develop your interests

  • Excellent teaching staff who are committed to helping students achieve their goals

Learn more about the course at our Open Days

Visiting us is the best way to get a feel for student life at the University of Worcester. You'll find out more about the course at our subject specific talks, and have the opportunity speak to staff, students and recent graduates about what it’s really like to study at Worcester.

Book your place at www.worcester.ac.uk/open-days

Why the University of Worcester?

The University of Worcester is a campus university, meaning everything you need is on site. We’re based in a vibrant cathedral city just 40 mins south of Birmingham and an hour north of Bristol, and our beautiful green campuses have plenty of parking and quality on-site accommodation.

At Worcester small class sizes, supportive tutors and professionally focussed courses mean you’ll be prepared for your dream career. These are just some of the reasons why we’re first in the UK for both graduate employment and quality education.

  • First in the UK for sustained employment and/or further study (excluding specialist institutions), 5 years after graduation – Longitudinal Education Outcomes data 2024.

  • First in the UK for quality education – Times Higher Education University Impact Rankings 2024.

  • Ofsted Outstanding in 2023 the University’s primary and secondary teacher training programmes were rated ‘Outstanding’.

Join us at one of our regular Open Days to see if the University is a good fit for you: www.worcester.ac.uk/opendays

Source: University of Worcester

Course details

Qualification

Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Department

School of Science and the Environment

Location

Main Site | Worcester

Duration

4 Years

Study mode

Full-time

Subjects

• Forensic science

Start date

September 2026

Application deadline

14 January 2026

The modules you will study

For a breakdown of the modules you'll study each year visit our course page. You can do this by scrolling to the bottom of this page and selecting 'Visit our course page'

How you will be assessed

For detailed information about assessment, feedback, teaching and contact time visit our course page. You can do this by scrolling to the bottom of this page and selecting 'Visit our course page'

University of Worcester student reviews

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Based on 36 reviews from University of Worcester's students and alumni
5 star
29%
4 star
61%
3 star
11%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
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Overall

National Student Survey (NSS) scores at University of Worcester

The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.

Here you can see ratings from University of Worcester students who took the Forensic Science with Foundation Year course - or another course in the same subject area.

Forensic and archaeological sciences

Select an option to see a detailed breakdown

How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?

100%

high

How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

100%

high

How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

100%

high

How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

100%

high

To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?

100%

high

How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?

100%

high

How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?

100%

high

To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?

100%

high

To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?

81%

med

How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?

100%

high

How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?

100%

high

How often does feedback help you to improve your work?

88%

high

How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

100%

high

How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?

100%

high

How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?

81%

med

How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

100%

high

How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?

94%

high

How well organised is your course?

94%

high

How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?

81%

low

How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?

100%

high

How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?

81%

low

How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?

100%

high

To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?

100%

high

To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?

100%

high

How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?

80%

med

During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?

94%

med

How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?

93%

high

Student information

See who's studying at University of Worcester. These students are taking Forensic Science with Foundation Year or another course from the same subject area.

Forensic and archaeological sciences
Mode of study
Full-time96%Part-time4%
Gender ratio
Female73%Male26%Other1%
Where students come from
UK100%
Number of students80
Source: HESA

Graduate prospects

What graduates do next

Facts and figures about University of Worcester graduates who took Forensic Science with Foundation Year - or another course in the same subject area.

Forensic and archaeological sciences

Graduate statistics

70%

In a job where degree was essential or beneficial

90%

In work, study or other activity

80%

Say it fits with future plans

70%

Are utilising studies

Top job areas

15%

Business and public service associate professionals

15%

Business, Research and Administrative Professionals

15%

Natural and social science professionals

15%

Protective service occupations

Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates

Earnings after graduation

We have no information about future earnings from students that studied this course.

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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