Course summary
Overview At Worcester you can study forensic science alongside the biological aspects that underpin it, deepening your understanding and enhancing your employment prospects. With the forensic content you can learn 'what' to do, but with the addition of biology you will also learn 'how' and 'why', thus gaining a more rounded body of knowledge highly valued by employers. All of the modules are interactive and give you all important experience of applying theory in real world practical sessions. Students are taught and supported in comparatively small groups by experts in their field. Key features
- Our Forensic and Applied Biology BSc course is ranked 18th out of all Forensic Science courses across the country
- Accredited by the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences. The first undergraduate degree in the country to be accredited with them for the Forensic Archaeology Component Standard
- Excellent facilities including research labs, crime scene simulation house, geophysical equipment for detecting concealed burials and crime scene investigation kits
- Strong industry links with West Mercia and Warwickshire police, and the Severn Area Rescue Association
- Highly experienced staff with over 100 years combined experience in the field, giving you access to realistic scenes and real cases
- Graduates successfully compete for both biological and forensic careers
Modules
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Assessment method
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How to apply
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- FC41
- Institution code:
- W80
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
The University of Worcester accepts all qualifications within the Tariff, and normally looks for the equivalent of 3 A levels. More information can be found at http://www.worcester.ac.uk/journey/entry-requirements.html
Unistats information
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
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Additional fee information
Provider information
University of Worcester
Henwick Grove
Worcester
WR2 6AJ