BSc Forensic Science
About this course
BSc (Hons) Forensic Science is an undergraduate forensic science degree focused on the scientific investigation of crime scenes and material evidence. Core topics include Statistics, Laboratory Techniques, Communication & Writing, Ethics & Professional Practice, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. Students benefit from practical training using specialist crime scene facilities and forensic laboratories, with opportunities for engagement with the forensic sector provided by the Staffordshire Forensic Partnership. The first year covers foundational concepts through compulsory modules such as Academic Skills For Forensics, Crime Scene Investigation, Fundamentals Of Forensic Biology, and Fundamentals Of Forensic Chemistry, introducing core academic tools and analytical chemistry. The second year advances practical abilities with compulsory modules including Advanced Forensic Biology, Advanced Forensic Chemistry, Forensic Evidence Analysis, and Research Skills For Forensics, focusing on realistic case scenarios and evidence evaluation. The final year integrates prior learning through compulsory modules such as Applied Research And Professional Practice, Crime Scene To Court, Forensic And Humanitarian Investigations Of Human Remains, and Specialist Collision Investigations, culminating in practical applications from crime scene processing to court presentation.
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Entry requirements
UCAS: 112-120 UCAS points. A Levels: BBC. BTEC: DMM. Other UK qualifications: Access to HE Diploma - Pass Access with a minimum of 80 UCAS tariff points. Applicants to Staffs who are taking the Access to HE Diploma receive a reduced tariff point offer as part of our access and participation plan activity UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma - grade of Merit overall OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma - grade DMM T Levels - Eligible T Level applications will be asked to achieve a minimum overall grade of P (A*-C) or Higher Pass as a condition of offer We welcome applications from students studying a range of international and UK qualifications, including Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales, Scottish Highers/Advanced Highers and the Irish Leaving Certificate. Offers will normally be made in line with our standard entry requirements and may include specific grade requirements in relevant subjects.
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What students say
Based on about 23 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 90%
- Learning opportunities: 87%
- Assessment and feedback: 87%
- Academic support: 87%
- Organisation and management: 62%
- Learning resources: 85%
- Student voice: 70%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 65 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 73%
- Left higher education: 25%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 1%
What graduates do next
Based on about 45 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 73%
- Working and studying: 5%
- Further study: 8%
- Unemployed: 3%
Most common jobs
- Natural and social science professionals: 15%
- Administrative occupations: 13%
- Business, Research and Administrative Professionals: 12%
- Protective service occupations: 11%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 85%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 50%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 60%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 120 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 18%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 5%
- East Midlands: 7%
- West Midlands: 44%
- East of England: 10%
- London: 1%
- South East: 8%
- South West: 2%
- Wales: 2%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 65 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 92%
- Access course: 6%
- Other HE qualification: 2%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Academic Skills For Forensics
- Crime Scene Investigation
- Fundamentals Of Forensic Biology
- Fundamentals Of Forensic Chemistry
- Advanced Forensic Biology
- Advanced Forensic Chemistry
- Forensic Evidence Analysis
- Research Skills For Forensics
- Applied Research And Professional Practice
- Crime Scene To Court
- Forensic And Humanitarian Investigations Of Human Remains
- Specialist Collision Investigations
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Forensic Science at University of Staffordshire earn?
The median salary is £24,000 after 15 months, £21,500 after 3 years, £25,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £21,000 and £30,500. The £25,000 median after five years is £2,000 less than the UK median for Forensic and archaeological sciences.
What do graduates of BSc Forensic Science at University of Staffordshire do next?
86% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2022-23).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Forensic Science at University of Staffordshire?
90% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2024-25.
What grades do I need for BSc Forensic Science at University of Staffordshire?
The typical offer is BBC at A level. The average entrant had 100 UCAS points.
Does BSc Forensic Science at University of Staffordshire include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has a compulsory placement year.
How many students continue on BSc Forensic Science at University of Staffordshire?
73% of students continued into their second year, and 25% left higher education.