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Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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Location
Paisley Campus
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
08-SEP-25
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Duration
4 Years
Course summary
OVERVIEWKick-start your career in the criminal justice system with UWS’s BSc (Hons) Criminal Justice and Forensic Science programme. You will develop expertise in criminal justice and the forensic examination of evidence. The programme draws on modules from the existing successful programmes in Criminal Justice and Forensic Science. This will prepare you for a career in the criminal justice system in policing, criminology or as a forensic examiner capable of analysing and interpreting evidence from crime scenes.PROGRAMME HIGHLIGHTS• This programme will equip you with the skills and knowledge required to work as a forensic examiner in a lab or crime scene.• Study the processes and practices of the criminal justice system.• Learning is consolidated through site visits, workshops, role-play and presentations.• The programme will focus not only on Scotland, but the United Kingdom, Europe and beyond. You will also acquire a range of key transferable critical, analytical and evaluative skills.• Guest lectures from practitioners, case-based projects and work placements will increase your employability.• This programme is recognised by the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences.PROGRAMME DETAILS This programme will provide you with a practical understanding of the techniques used in the forensic examination of evidence, including material from crime scenes, drugs and DNA evidence. The chance to present evidence in moot court scenarios and group projects will help you develop the presentational, time management and IT skills sought after by employers. As a graduate of Criminal Justice and Forensic Science from UWS, not only are you equipped with the specific knowledge and skills associated with the criminal justice system and the wider scientific community, but key transferable skills required by employers.CAREERSAs a BSc (Hons) Criminal Justice and Forensic Science graduate, you’ll have expertise in both criminal justice and science giving you a wide range of career possibilities. Graduates of this programme will be well prepared for careers in areas such as:• Crime scene examination• Police and prison services• Courts and restorative justice• Drug and alcohol services• Customs and excisePostgraduate study is an important option for some careers including forensic science, education, alcohol and drug studies or criminology.
Application deadline
29 January
Tuition fees
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£ 18,000per year
Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.
University information
University of the West of Scotland
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University League Table
127th
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Campus address
University of the West of Scotland, Paisley Campus, High Street, Paisley, Renfrewshire, PA1 2BE, Scotland
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Subject ranking
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Graduate prospects
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Student satisfaction
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