Bachelor in Forensic Science - Grado en Ciencias Forenses

Exploring crime scene science, toxicology, chemistry, and molecular biology, this degree is designed to be one of the most modern and relevant of its kind. It has been engineered to give you an understanding of the theory and practice of forensic science.

104 - 120 UCAS tariff points including a minimum of 2 A levels or equivalent. BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM. Foundation year: 48-72 UCAS tariff points.

International entry requirements:
If English is not your first language you´ll need IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each of the 4 components or equivalent.

Taught by professional practitioners and guest speakers who are experts in their respective fields, including forensic archaeology, genocide investigation and toxicology
Participate in multiple field trips, as well as being taught in contemporary lecture halls and state-of-the-art labs where you’ll use cutting-edge equipment
Take part in invaluable lab and fieldwork experience, including mock crime scenes and disasters, including a live-fire exercise
Provided with theoretical and practical training covering crime scene science, toxicology, chemistry and molecular biology
Gain valuable work experience on your placement if you choose to take one and springboard into a career as a forensic investigator post-graduation
You´ll be career-ready, with 87% of graduates from our forensic and archaeological sciences courses in employment or further study after 15 months.

Foundation year
Core units
Academic Study Skills
Applied Sciences
Introduction to Biology
Introduction to Psychology
Mathematics in Science
Foundation Year Project

Year 1
Core units
Forensic Research Skills
Cell Biology
Chemistry
Human Anatomy & Physiology
Introduction to Forensic Investigation
Introduction to Forensic Psychology

Year 2
Core units
Biochemistry
Crime Scene
Forensic Law and Practice
Forensic Science
Introduction to Toxicology

Option units
Semester 2 (choose one):
Advanced Cell Biology
Advanced Crime Scene
Case studies in Forensic Science
Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

Optional placement year
You may choose to complete an optional 30-week or a short five-week industrial work placement. You’ll get an opportunity to include a period of academic study during this time. The placement year offers a chance to gain experience and make contacts for the future.

Final year
Core units
Advanced Forensic Science
Forensic Toxicology
Independent Research Project

Option units
Semester 1 (choose one):
Environmental Forensics
The Science of Human Remains

Semester 2 (choose one):
Biomolecules
Forensic Practice

Forensic Scientist
Lab Technician
PNC Operator
Biological Scientist
Biochemist