Forensic Science (Hons)

Overview

This Forensic Science (Hons) degree at University of Wolverhampton  opens up a diverse range of career opportunities within the forensic science field. Studying forensic science hones students' problem-solving, critical thinking, communication, teamwork, and time management skills, and the skills acquired through the program enable graduates to pursue career opportunities in many other fields, including research, academia, and healthcare.

Why Wolverhampton?

Your lecturers include practitioners and research scientists working to solve problems and answer questions. You will work in our state-of-the-art Rosalind Franklin Science Building with access to a range of advanced instrumentation, including the Locard House and the crime scene facilities we have to offer.

The University of Wolverhampton was the first university in the West Midlands to receive full accreditation from the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences (CSFS)  for BSc Forensic Science.  A recent surveillance visit, re-accrediting the course, praised us for the quality of the award. It is also recognised by the Royal Society for Chemistry (RSC) as meeting the requirements for Associate Membership of the RSC.

What skills will you gain?

• You will be a highly articulate individual capable of explaining most exciting areas within science in non-specialist language.

• You will also be literate, numerate and have a high level of IT skills making you well equipped for today’s workplace.

• You will be able to carry out laboratory analysis and will have the ability to enter any type of laboratory work and achieve within that employment sector.

• You will have gained a broad scientific knowledge in both biology and chemistry and so are able to deal with both subject areas

Accreditation

•  Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences