BSc (Hons) Forensic Science at Teesside University

Programme overview

This multidisciplinary BSc combines forensic science practice with underpinning biology and chemistry, from evidence recovery through to presenting evidence in court. The course is accredited and includes an optional work placement year at no extra cost. It is ranked top in the North East for forensic science in the Guardian University Guide 2027.

Faculty: School of Health & Life Sciences | Department: Forensic & Crime Scene Sciences | Duration: 3 years (4 with optional work placement year); 4 years with foundation year (5 with placement); part-time 4-6 years | Intake: September | Study mode: full-time, part-time | Location: Middlesbrough, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 modules include Anatomy and Physiology, Biochemistry and Chemical Science, Cell Biology, Crime Scene Examination and Forensic Evidence and Recovery. Year 2 covers Forensic Biology Practice, Trace Evidence and Forensic Enhancement, Molecular Biology and Bioinformatics and Professional Practice and the Expert Witness; final-year options include Serious Crime Investigation and Substances of Misuse.

Career pathways

Forensic laboratory officer, forensic examiner, DNA analyst, fingerprint officer, forensic firearms scientist, forensic submissions coordinator, scientific research and laboratory scientist roles.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical offer 96-112 UCAS tariff points. GCSE English and Mathematics at grade 4 (C) or equivalent, and at least one relevant Level 3 subject (biology, chemistry or applied science); typical qualifications are A levels (minimum grade C in one relevant subject), BTEC Extended Diploma or Access to HE Diploma. A degree with an integrated foundation year is available for those not eligible for Year 1 entry. International applicants: IELTS Academic 5.5 overall with no component below 5.5 (PTE Academic 59) under the undergraduate Science band.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Full-time, 2026/27 entry. Source

International applicants: GBP 17,000 a year (2026/27). International undergraduate degree rate; tuition only Source

Intake: September

Duration: 3 years (4 with optional work placement year); 4 years with foundation year (5 with placement); part

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