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Criminology and Forensic Investigation with Integrated Foundation Year at University of Cumbria - UCAS

University of Cumbria

Degree level: Undergraduate

Criminology and Forensic Investigation with Integrated Foundation Year

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Course summary

Embark on a thrilling journey with our BSc (Hons) Criminology and Forensic Investigation programme! Dive into the heart of crime and justice as you combine criminology and forensic investigation, gaining the expertise needed for real-world impact. Uncover the causes and consequences of crime, master crime scene investigation, and refine skills sought in areas like victim support and probation. With hands-on experience and access to cutting-edge equipment, you'll be primed to lead and innovate in the criminal justice field. From immersive simulations to expert-led research, every step prepares you for a dynamic career making a difference. Join us and evolve into a multi-skilled, ethical practitioner ready to tackle the challenges of tomorrow! COURSE OVERVIEW Our integrated foundation year course has been designed to provide you with the confidence and essential university skills needed to progress onto our degree level programme in your first year of study. You will start by exploring the foundational principles of criminology and forensic investigation recognising where each discipline compliments the other to support event analysis through the criminal justice system. Exploring the reasons for crime, investigating incidents and presenting evidence you will refine forensic skills and digital tools for evidence, evaluation and presentation. Evolving into a multi-skilled practitioner, conducting independent research and presenting expert evidence you will be ready to become a change maker in the Criminal Justice System. Throughout your journey we will support you to develop digital research capabilities and ethical awareness preparing you for diverse professional careers. The range of skills you will gain and the ability to bridge many aspects of Criminal justice Practice will ensure you stand out amongst candidates for future employment. ON THIS COURSE YOU WILL...

  • Gain the knowledge and confidence to operate as a multi-skilled and ethical criminal justice practitioner.
  • Learn to critically apply key elements of criminological theory, forensic principles, and research to a range of practical and professional contexts in a digitally developing world.
  • Be able to develop creative, innovative, and critical approaches to provide solutions, generate ideas, and communicate issues aligned with criminological and forensic practice.
  • Be able to perform techniques involved in crime scene investigation whilst operating within a quality management system.
  • Engage critically with contemporary social problems, recognising systemic and cultural discrimination, social inequalities and how these issues interact with crime, deviance, and harm locally, nationally and globally.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN Year One
  • Introduction to Criminology, Policing, and Law
  • Contemporary Issues and the Media
  • Families, Communities and the Criminal Justice System
  • Professional Practice in the Community
  • Essential University Skills 1 & 2
Year Two
  • Crime Scene Investigation
  • Crime and Deviance
  • Criminal Justice System
  • Professional Skills for Criminal Justice
Year Three
  • Forensic Examination
  • Expert Witness
  • Crime, Punishment and Rehabilitation
  • Exploring Research
Year Four
  • Leading Complex and Major Crime Scene Investigation
  • Victimology
  • Death Investigation - Optional
  • The Outsiders - Optional
  • Dissertation


How to apply

Application codes

Course code:
L618
Institution code:
C99
Campus name:
Carlisle - Fusehill Street
Campus code:
F

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Foundation

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements


Student Outcomes

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

EU £9535 Year 1
England £9535 Year 1
Northern Ireland £9535 Year 1
Scotland £9535 Year 1
Wales £9535 Year 1
International £14900 Year 1

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

These fees are for the first year only. For years 2 - 4, the BA or BSc fee will apply. Visit www.cumbria.ac.uk/studentfinance for more information about student fees and finance, and for details about our alumni discount.
Criminology and Forensic Investigation with Integrated Foundation Year at University of Cumbria - UCAS