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BSc Forensic Science with Criminology with Foundation Year

University of Derby

Institution
University of Derby
Level
undergraduate
Subject
Forensic Science with Criminology with Foundation Year
Duration
4 years
UCAS code
F412
Typical offer
A-level DDD

Entry requirements

UCAS tariff: 72 A level: DDD T Level: Pass BTEC: MMP GCSE: GCSE Maths and English are preferred, however if you don't have these qualifications you will be able to undertake Maths and English at Level 2 as part of your course of study Access to HE: Pass Access to HE Diploma with 60 credits: 45 at Level 3 with a minimum of Distinction: 0, Merit: 30, Pass: 15 English language: IELTS: 6.0 (with at least 5.5 in each skills area)

About this course

BSc (Hons) in Archaeology and Sociology. Core topics include Laboratory Techniques, Data Analysis, Statistics, Research Methods, and Communication & Writing. The programme includes a placement year between the second and final stages and an independent research project at level 6. Students investigate mock crime scenes and participate in a courtroom trial with expert witness cross-examination.

Modules

  • Placement Learning and Professional Development
  • Study Skills and Research
  • Biomedical Science
  • Cellular Biology
  • Fundamentals of Chemistry
  • Organisms and their Environments
  • Introduction to Earth and Environmental Sciences
  • Clinical Genetics
  • Chemistry of Life
  • Principles and Skills in Forensic Science
  • Methods of Laboratory Examination
  • Methods of Scene Investigation
  • Forensic Chemistry
  • Policing and Society
  • Object Marks
  • Human and Non-Human Identification
  • Trace interpretation and Research
  • Victimology
  • Forensic Anthropology
  • Forensic Biology
  • Independent Studies for Forensic Science
  • Miscarriages of Justice for Forensic Science
  • Specialist Scenes
  • Crime Scene to Court
  • Medical Forensics and Taphonomy
  • Drugs of Abuse