This course is subject to validation. You can still apply for this course while it is being approved.
London South Bank University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
Forensic science, combining science and the law, is an exciting and rewarding career path to go down, with many different routes and areas of specialisation. Highly skilled, well-trained, and qualified Forensic Scientists and Technicians are constantly sought-after by employers around the globe. This one-year Level 4 qualification in Forensic Science is an advanced, technical qualification co-developed with London South Bank University (LSBU) and employers, delivered in a supportive Technical College environment with contemporary facilities. Gaining this industry-led qualification not only provides you with a direct route to Higher Education, including direct entry to London South Bank University’s second year Forensic Science Bachelor of Science degree, but also equips you with the specialised scientific knowledge and skills needed to fast-track your career progression in Forensic Science and related disciplines such as health sciences.
Modules
You will study three core units: • Fundamentals of Laboratory Techniques • Scientific Data Handling Approaches and Techniques • Regulation and Quality in the Applied Sciences And three specialised mandatory units: • Cell Biology • Fundamentals of Biochemistry • Criminal investigation You will also study 2 further specialist units as follows • Anatomy and Human Physiology • Analytical Chemistry
How to apply
31Jan
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:
- 004F
- Institution code:
- L75
- Campus name:
- London South Bank Technical College (LSBTC) Nine Elms
- Campus code:
- N
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 64 points
A level - CC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MPP
Access to HE Diploma - D: 0 credits M: 15 credits P: 30 credits
Applicants must hold 5 GCSEs A-C including Maths and English or equivalent (reformed GCSEs grade 4 or above).
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
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
Read fees and funding information at http://www.lsbu.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/fees-and-funding
Provider information
London South Bank Technical College (LSBTC) Nine Elms
Belmore Street
Wandsworth Road
London
SW8 2JY