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Forensic Science (with a Foundation Year)

1 Study option · UndergraduateStoke-on-Trent College

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2025-20262026-2027
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Course summary

If you want to develop scientific expertise and advanced problem solving, applying it to very practical demands, our Forensic Science degree may be for you.

Our Forensic Science degrees have been designed to develop scientific expertise, advanced analytical problem solving and transferable skills. The course is ideal for those who are interested in the application of science within the criminal justice system.

You will benefit from our highly practical approach to learning. You will gain hands-on experience using a range of instruments and techniques used in forensic science, such as Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS), DNA profiling, blood splatter analysis, drug profiling and scanning electron microscopy. Our industry standard facilities include a crime scene house and specialist laboratories.

The Foundation Year option is available for those who may not have the academic profile for direct entry onto the 3 year degree. It will prepare you for the Forensic Science degree by enhancing your skills and capabilities in Chemistry, Biology and Mathematics.

The Foundation Year is taught by Stoke on Trent College, then you will be on Staffordshire University Stoke on Trent Campus from your second year.

On successful completion of study, we will issue the following award: BSc (Hons) Forensic Science

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Stoke-on-Trent College

Study options

  • BSc (Hons) • Full-time • 4 Years

Start dates

  • 22/09/2025

Application codes

Course code:
F413
Institution code:
S72

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Application codes

Course code:
F413
Institution code:
S72

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