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BSc Criminology and Forensic Biology

University of Chester

Institution
University of Chester
Level
undergraduate
Subject
Criminology and Forensic Biology BSc (Hons)
Duration
3 years
UCAS code
MF94
Typical offer
A-level BCC, IB 26

Entry requirements

UCAS points: 112 points A level: Typical offer – BCC-BBC Must include A Level Biology or Chemistry IB: 26 points, including 5 in HL Biology or Chemistry

About this course

BSc (Hons) in Archaeology and Sociology. Core topics include Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, Fieldwork, Statistics, Data Analysis, and Policy Analysis. A Crime Scene to Court module covers evidence analysis and the presentation of oral evidence in a courtroom setting. The course offers a structured work placement of 4, 5 or 7 weeks with an external employer.

Modules

  • Introduction to Law & Criminal Justice
  • Contemporary Biological Principles
  • Research in Law & Criminology
  • Science of Life
  • Key Concepts in Crime and Justice
  • Forensic Investigations
  • Contemporary Youth Justice
  • Spanish: Communication in Practice
  • French: Intermediate Language Development
  • Spanish: Intermediate Language Development
  • Chinese: Intermediate Language Development
  • German: Communication in Practice
  • French: Communication in Practice
  • Subsidiary Language
  • Crime Scene to Court
  • Criminal Representations
  • Race, Ethnicity, Migration and Injustice
  • Experiential Learning: Social Impact Leadership in Action
  • Work Placement (School of Humanities and Social Sciences)
  • Experiential Learning - Natural Sciences
  • Work Placement - Natural Sciences
  • Upper Intermediate Language Development and Global Employability
  • Advanced Language Development and Global Sustainability
  • Post Beginner Language Development and Global Cultures
  • Experiential Overseas Learning
  • Developing Intercultural Literacy and Cross-Cultural Skills
  • Industry Placement Year
  • Study Abroad Immersive Year
  • Major Project: Applied Research Design and Analysis
  • Crimes of the Powerful
  • Forensic Applications
  • Investigative Forensics
  • Pharmacology and Toxicology
  • Natural Sciences Dissertation
  • Punishment: Penology, Policy and Practice
  • Social Science for Social Change
  • Digital Crime - Investigation and Intelligence
  • Biotechnology