BSc Forensic and Analytical Science
Entry requirements
BBC-BCC at A Level including a minimum grade C in Chemistry. The endorsement for practical work is an essential part of Science A Level study, and is a requirement for entry to our degree course. As an alternative to the grade C in Chemistry, BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate, BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (AAQ), or OCR Level 3 Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate in Applied Science will be accepted at Distinction grade. DMM in BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Applied Science or Forensic and Criminal Investigation. 112-104 UCAS tariff points from a combination of Level 3 qualifications including a minimum grade C in Chemistry at A Level. The endorsement for practical work is an essential part of Science A Level study, and is a requirement for entry to our degree course. As an alternative to the grade C in Chemistry, BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate, BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (AAQ), or OCR Level 3 Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate in Applied Science will be accepted at Distinction grade. Access to Higher Education Diploma with 45 Level 3 credits at Merit or above including modules in Chemistry. 112-104 UCAS tariff points from International Baccalaureate qualifications, including Higher Level Chemistry at grade 5.
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Chemistry and Archaeology. Core topics include Statistics, Research Methods, and Ethics & Professional Practice. The programme is accredited by the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences and provides access to purpose-built forensic laboratories and simulated crime scene facilities. An optional 48-week supervised work placement in industry follows the second year of study.
Modules
- Supervised Work Experience
- Interpretation of Forensic Evidence
- Forensic Science and the Law
- Research Project
- Advanced Crime Scene Sciences
- Separation Techniques & Analytical Toxicology
- Mass Spectrometry, NMR, Electroanalysis & Sensors
- Important Forensic Concepts
- Introduction to Analytical Science and Spectroscopy
- Structure: From Atoms to Molecules and Materials
- The Reactivity and Properties of Carbon Compounds
- States of Matter, Kinetics and Thermodynamics
- Crime Scene and Forensic Examinations
- Forensic Biology Awareness
- Practical Forensic Science 2
- Molecular Analysis & Instrumental Methods
- Methods and Strategies in Organic Synthesis
- Coordination Complexes and Inorganic Materials
- Physical Chemistry: Principles of Chemical Change