Course units include:
- Principals and applications of science
- Practical science procedures and techniques
- Applications of criminology
- Applications of criminal and forensic psychology
- Forensic investigation procedures in practice
- Scientific investigation skills
- Forensic fire investigation
- Environmental forensics
- Forensic anthropology and archaeology
- Microbiology and microbiological techniques
- Criminal investigation procedures in practice
- Physiology of human body systems
- Forensic genetics.
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Entry requirements
5 GCSEs grade 9-4 (grade C and above) which should include English or Maths and core Science. Or a relevant Level 2 qualification in Applied Science (Merit) together with GCSE Maths or English at grade 9-4 (grade C and above). References may be taken up. If you do not have a grade 9-4 in GCSE English or Maths you may be able to study these alongside your course.
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Who is the course for?
This course is designed for students who are interested in science but also want to getting into careers of law, forensic science and criminology. An interest in Science is vital.
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Study methods
The course involves taught lessons, practical classes, portfolio building sessions, exams and workshops. Students are expected to work on their coursework outside their timetabled classes.
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How is the course assessed?
Principals and applications of science, science investigation skills, ppplications of criminology and applications of criminal and forensic psychology are all assessed by external examination. The rest of the units are assessed by coursework that covers assessment criteria that matches the award of Pass, Merit and Distinction.
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More information
There are a lot of enrichment opportunities that make this course unique. This includes a Jack the Ripper tour, visits to Lawcourts, murder mystery days and The Royal College of Surgeons. It also includes masterclasses and professional demonstrations.
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Where Next – Job Opportunities
careers can include sectors such as the prison service, police, law, criminology, forensic science.
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Where Next – Further Studies
The course can lead to jobs in the prison service or police. It can also leads to higher education / university courses in forensic science, psychology, criminology and Law.
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How to apply
To apply for a course either click the APPLY NOW button - fill out the form online and submit
OR download an application form here and post it to the address on the form.
When we have received your application we will contact you to arrange an interview time.
