Overview

Course overview

Have you ever wondered what goes on when a crime scene is investigated? Or what happens to the evidence that’s collected? If you’re curious about real-life CSI then this Forensic Science program at Bath Spa University will answer all your questions, and more.

You’ll learn all the skills you need to become a crime scene investigator, including observing a crime scene and gathering evidence, analysing and interpreting what you find, and presenting your discoveries to the criminal justice system.

You’ll also gain a solid understanding of the criminal justice system, and explore the causes and motivations behind the crimes you’ll be investigating.

Careers

This Forensic Science degree will give you in-depth knowledge in, and practical experience of, forensic science, as well as valuable transferable skills such as research, analysis, communication and teamwork.

You’ll graduate with a strong basis for a career in forensic science or analytical chemistry.

You could also choose to continue your education and study for a Master’s or PhD.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Punishment and the Penal System in Global Context
Cyber Security
Terrorism
Processes and Techniques Used in Evidence Gathering
The Science Behind Forensics
Crime and Disorder

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-14 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

110

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TOEFL^® IBT

72

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Bath, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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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

Duolingo English Test

110

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TOEFL^® IBT

72

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

We accept a wide range of qualifications for entry to our undergraduate programmes. The main ones are listed below:

A Level – grades BBB-BCC including a grade B in Biology, Human Biology or Chemistry.
BTEC – Extended Diploma grades from Distinction Distinction Merit (DDM) to Distinction Merit Merit (DMM) in a related subject.
T Levels – grade Merit preferred in a relevant subject.
International Baccalaureate - a minimum of 32 points are required with a minimum of Grade 5 in Biology or a related subject at Higher Level.
Access to HE courses - typical offers for applicants with Access to HE will be the Access to HE Diploma or Access to HE Certificate (60 credits, 45 of which must be Level 3, at Merit or higher) in a science or related subject.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

17670 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

9535 GBP / year

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Living costs

Bath

United Kingdom

808 - 1228 GBP / month

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

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