Overview

Forensic Science (Hons) programme offered by the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) is built around three core topics of forensics – investigation, biology and chemistry – with a range of options to help you steer your studies toward your strengths and interests. You’ll learn the theory and practice of forensic investigation, crime scene processing and laboratory-based analysis.

With our own crime scene houses and professional-standard labs, you’ll develop workplace-ready skills. And, thanks to our partnership with Lancashire Constabulary, you could even get the chance to shadow a professional forensic scientist in an operational environment. So, by the time you graduate, you should have everything you need to pursue a future as a forensic scientist.

Career:

By the time you graduate from our Forensic Science BSc (Hons) programme, you will be well placed to start an exciting career in areas of forensic science, biological sciences or chemical analysis.

Accreditation

This course is accredited by the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences, demonstrating that it provides a solid, widely respected route into the highly competitive field of forensic and criminal investigation.

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Programme Structure

Courses included:

Crime Scene Science
Professional Practice
Major Crimes - The Evidence
Forensic Anthropology
Death Sciences

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-30 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-01-29 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6

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PTE Academic

60

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Forensic Science View 165 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

IELTS

6

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PTE Academic

60

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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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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Other requirements

General requirements

UCAS: 104-112 points at A2 including Biology or Chemistry or Applied Science
BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM including Chemistry and Biology units
BTEC Diploma D*D - D*D* including Chemistry and Biology Units
Pass Access Course: 104-112 UCAS Points with 15 Level 3 Credits in Chemistry or Biology
International Baccalaureate Diploma: Pass including 104-112 points from Higher Level subjects including Biology or Chemistry
T Level: M including Biology or Chemistry or Applied Science
IELTS: Grade 6.0 with no component lower than 5.5
GCSEs: 5 at grade C/4 including Maths and English

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Tuition Fee

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International

17325 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 17325 GBP per year during 36 months.
National

9250 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 9250 GBP per year during 36 months.

Part-time: £1540 per 20 credits (UK)
Sandwich year: £1575

Living costs for Preston

751 - 1425 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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