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Forensic Sciences BSc (Hons)

Abertay University

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    Abertay Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    08-SEP-25

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary


Go beyond the police tape with this fascinating and highly practical Forensic Sciences degree. Learn the techniques that underpin the recognition, identification, recovery, analysis and evaluation of information which can be used as evidence in court.

Are you naturally inquisitive with a passion for chemistry and biology? Do you like to solve problems for fun? Put these traits to work on this Forensic Sciences degree that equips you with the valuable skills you need to help support the legal process. It's a hands-on degree, where you'll analyse crime scenes in our purpose-built facilities, and learn forensic analysis techniques in our state-of-the-art laboratories. You'll go on fact-finding field trips to places like the mortuary, and observe bomb disposal experts at work.


Work placement options

There are work placement opportunities, plus you’ll be taught by academics who’ve come directly from industry and forensic researchers at the cutting edge of their field. Along the way you’ll hear lectures from organisations including Scottish Police Authority, the Army Bomb Squad, an international Disaster Victim Identification expert, a global expert in scene examination training, and former students in working in this field.You'll learn about the forensic responses to some of the biggest disaster events in recent history, and the correct methods for identifying human remains.


A hands-on and practical degree

This vocational course consists of three main study areas: forensic science, chemistry and biology. It also includes psychology and law, designed to help prepare you for a variety of workplace situations. You'll cover topics such as: - Crime scene investigation.- Body fluid analysis.- DNA profiling.- Fingerprinting.- Substances of abuse and toxicology.Abertay's Forensic Sciences degree is


professionally accredited and commended by the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences (CSoFS)

, which means you're eligible to apply for associate membership on graduation.This degree is ranked


top in the UK for teaching, academic support and resources (NSS 2023)

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Application deadline

29 January

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 15,000per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

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QUALIFICATION TYPE

A level

A level : CCC

To include Biology or Human Biology or Physics or ChemistryEntry into Year 2 with BBB to include Chemistry and Biology or Human Biology

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University information

Abertay University

Abertay University

  • University League Table

    99th

  • Campus address

    Abertay University, Bell Street, Dundee, Dundee, City Of, DD1 1HG, Scotland

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Abertay's small size is a strength, offering its students a more personal university experience with a friendly, community vibe on its compact campus.
Pioneers of videogame and cybersecurity education and research, and a reputation as one of the world's most respected institutions for computer games degrees.
Supports prospective and current students from across the world. 16% of Abertay's student body are international, with 60 nationalities represented on campus.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Forensic Science

    17th out of 36 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 206
    161 78%

    4th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    70.0 70%

    11th

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.33 83%

    4th

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