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BSc (Hons) Forensic Science

University of Kent, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

You graduate with an excellent grounding in scientific knowledge and extensive laboratory experience. In addition, you also develop the key transferable skills sought by employers, such as:

  • excellent communication skills

  • work independently or as part of a team

  • the ability to solve problems and think analytically

  • time management.

General Eligibility

Five passes at GCSE grade C (or grade 4) or above, including English Language or Use of English (IGCSE English as a Second Language, grade B or grade 6), and at least two subjects at A level

OR

Three passes at GCE A level and a pass at grade C (or grade 4) or above in GCSE English Language or Use of English.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1

Fundamentals of Chemistry

Organic Chemistry 1 - Structure and Reactivity

Applied Maths for Chemists and Forensic Scientists

Experimental Chemistry 1

Chemistry and Forensic Science Academic Advising and Skills Development I

Introduction to Forensic Science

Practical Skills in Forensic Science 1

Core Inorganic and Physical Chemistry for Forensic Science

Introduction to Ballistics

2 Year 2

Analytical Chemistry 1 - Methods and Validation

Biochemistry - Biomolecules and Enzymes

Fundamental Forensic Techniques

Applied Forensic Practice

Practice Skills for Forensic Science 2

Forensic Archaeology

Digital Forensics

Forensic Ballistics

3 Year 3

Analytical Chemistry 2 - Advanced Methods

Fires and Explosions

Law of Evidence and the Expert Witness

Contemporary Topics in Forensic Science

Chemistry for the Analysis of Trace Evidence

DNA Analysis & Interpretation

Forensic Science Project

Language Requirement

  • IELTS6.0
  • TOEFL78
  • PTE58
  • Duolingo79

IELTS (including IELTS Indicator) 6.5 overall (with a minimum of 6.0 in R&W; 5.5 in S&L)

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