Applied Science (Forensic Science)
Are you inspired by criminal investigators on TV and want to be part of this exciting industry? You will continue to develop your knowledge of the 3 major sciences – biology, chemistry and physics – which will then underpin your specialist forensic expertise.
This Forensic Science course gives you the opportunity to develop your knowledge in a range of scientific subjects whilst specialising in criminology, crime scene investigation and analytical science.
Aireville Campus
Study Location
1-2 Years
depending on Level
How your qualification is made up
Entry Requirements
- 5 GCSEs grade 9-4 including English or maths & science
What you will study
- Principles & Applications of Science 1
- Practical Scientific Procedures & Techniques
- Science Investigation
- Skills Laboratory Techniques & Their Application
- Forensic Evidence Collection & Analysis
- Physiology of Human Body Systems
- Principles & Applications of Science 2
- Investigative Project Contemporary Issues in Science
- Forensic Fire Investigation
- Forensics Traffic Collision Investigation
- Genetics & Genetic Engineering
- Practical Chemical Analysis
What's Next?
Further Study
Degree in:
- Forensic Science
- Criminal Psychology Criminology
- Analytical Science
Careers
- Criminal Psychologist
- Forensic Analyst
- Crime Scene Investigator
Select your preferred study programme (subject). You can make 2 choices now and make a final decision in June. We will give you a conditional offer based on your predicted/actual GCSEs.
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