
Overview
In the Forensic Science and Criminology (Hons) programme from Keele University , you will develop not only experience in forensic investigation, but also knowledge and skills in analytical science, thereby laying the foundation for your future career. You will work alongside academic and technical staff, supported by contributions from forensic professionals, in our modern laboratory facilities. You will also learn from active criminological researchers who specialise in areas such as criminal justice, prisons, rehabilitation, community safety and a range of different forms of policing.
In addition you will examine the nature and causes of crime and offending plus the methods used to collect and analyse criminological data.
Jobs that a graduate of this course could go on to do:
- Forensic Scientist
- Scene of Crime Officer
- Toxicologist
- Microbiologist
- Scientific Laboratory Technician
- Analytical ChemistCommunity Development Worker
- Police Officer
- Probation Officer
- Social Worker
- Prison Officer
- Solicitor
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Understanding Crime
- Forensic Chemistry and Analysis
- Forensic Identification and Investigation
- Criminal Justice: Process, Policy, Practice
- Investigating Crime: Criminological Perspectives
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Visit official programme websiteKey information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Visit official programme websiteAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
A Level Requirements
- A Level requirement BBC
- A level Chemistry or Biology at grade B or above.
GCSE Requirements
- Maths at C (or 4)
- English Language or English Literature at C (or 4)
BTEC
- BTEC requirements DDM
International Baccalaureat
- 30 points to include Higher Level Chemistry or Biology at 6 or above.
Access to HE Diploma Requirements
- Obtain Access to Higher Education Diploma with 112 UCAS Tariff points including a minimum of 15 Level 3 credits at Distinction.
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Visit official programme websiteTuition Fee
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International
17900 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 17900 GBP per year during 36 months. -
National
9250 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9250 GBP per year during 36 months.
Living costs for Keele
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
The following scholarships may be targeted at specific countries, subjects and talent areas. In some cases you may be required to make an independent application, for others the scholarship will be awarded automatically.
- KEELE INTERNATIONAL EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIP (UG)
£2,500 per year for students exceeding published entry requirements.
- DEVELOPING COUNTRIES SCHOLARSHIP (UG)
£1,000 per year for students who are nationals of the least developed, low and lower middle income countries (as defined by the World Bank).
- US FEDERAL STUDENT LOANS
Keele University is certified to award Federal Stafford and PLUS loans. Federal Direct Loans are provided by the US government.
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