Overview

Applied Criminal and Forensic Investigation (Hons) from University of Chester deepens your expertise in digital crime, forensic techniques and investigative strategy. You develop your ability to think critically, ethically and strategically while strengthening your academic skills in writing, research, teamwork and communication. You also benefit from specialist facilities, including the Crime Scene House, Virtual Reality Suite and Hydra Immersive Teaching Suite, where you apply theory to realistic scenarios.

Career:

The Applied Criminal and Forensic Investigation BSc Hons is an exciting opportunity for those of you who want to become a criminal investigator. This could involve working in public or private sectors, or regulatory services such as:

Police Force
National Crime Agency
Border Force
Health and Safety Executive
Department of Work and Pensions
Banks
Insurance agencies
Internal investigations in commercial organisations

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Collaborative Investigations and Criminal Motivations (40 Credits) Core

Emerging Technologies (40 Credits) Core

Anatomy of a Crime

Investigative Mindset Skills

Informed Decision Making

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-26 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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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

Chester, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Forensic Science Criminology View 589 other Bachelors in Criminology 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

79

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

Typical Entry:

112 UCAS points

GCE A Level:

BCC

International Baccalaureate

26 points

Students from countries outside the UK are expected to have entry qualifications roughly equivalent to UK A Level for undergraduate study and British Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) for postgraduate study.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

14950 GBP / year

≈ 14950 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

9790 GBP / year

≈ 9790 GBP / year

Additional Details

International:For courses with a Foundation Year, the tuition fees for Year 1 are £11,250 and £14,950 for Years 2-4 in 2026/27

Living costs

Chester

United Kingdom

660 - 1140 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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