Overview

GCU has recently invested more than £1.5 million to create state-of-the-art chemistry and biology laboratories where students gain invaluable practical experience in using modern instruments, such as a DNA analyser, ultra powerful microscopes and mass spectrometers.

This Forensic Investigation (Hons) programme from Glasgow Caledonian University provides you with a firm grasp of the theoretical and practical aspects of the chemical and biological sciences, with forensic staff consultancy casework discussed throughout. You will have the opportunity to spend up to a year at one of our partner institutions in Europe or the USA.

Graduates can be accepted as Associated Members of the Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC), which is a step towards chartered chemist status.

Your career

Graduates have gone on to work in the chemical and biochemical analysis sectors, the environmental forensic area, forensic science, the police, food safety, teaching, pharmaceuticals and the oil and gas industry.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Chemistry
Physics
Physical Chemistry
Chemical Analysis
Civil & Criminal Procedure
Cells & Biomolecules

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-06-30 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

78

Schedule TOEFL®

OTE

121

Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Glasgow, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Forensic Science View 170 other Bachelors in Forensic Science in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

78

Schedule TOEFL®

OTE

121

Other requirements

General requirements

Standard entry requirement:

UCAS Tariff: 96
Scottish Higher: BBCC or equivalent incl Higher in Chemistry
A Level: CCC or equivalent incl A Level in Chemistry

Minimum entry requirement:

UCAS Tariff: 90
Scottish Higher: BCCC or equivalent incl Higher in Chemistry
A Level: CCC or equivalent incl A Level in Chemistry

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

15200 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 15200 GBP per year during 48 months.
National

1820 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1820 GBP per year during 48 months.

RUK: £9,250 per year

Living costs for Glasgow

620 - 1012 GBP /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Forensic Investigation (Hons).

Available Scholarships

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