BSc (Hons) Forensic Science at University of Bradford

This Forensic Science degree focuses on the processing and analysis of physical evidence from crime scenes, and includes a placement sandwich year in industry. The course emphasises the application of science - in particular analytical chemistry - and stresses the importance of quality assurance procedures in a forensic setting.

Faculty: Faculty of Management, Sciences and Engineering  |  Department: School of Law and Social Sciences  |  Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years full-time with placement year  |  Study mode: full-time, placement year option  |  Intake: September (2027/28 entry)  |  Location: Bradford, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

First year (core): Scientific Frameworks, Independent Study for Forensic Scientists, Principles of Forensic and Crime Scene Investigation, Biological Anthropology: From Human Evolution To Forensic Anthropology, Anatomy and Medical Imaging, Introduction to Crime and Criminal Justice. Second year (core): Forensic Examination and Analysis of Physical Evidence, Statistics And Databases For Forensic Scientists, Crime Scene Investigation, Forensic Biology, Instrumental Analysis, Forensic Chemistry. Fourth year (optional): Placement, Study Abroad Experience. Final year (core): Forensic Taphonomy: the degradation of human remains and death-scene materials, Interpretation and Presentation of Forensic Evidence for Forensic Science, Dissertation, Analysis of Controlled Substances, Forensic Genetics.

Career pathways

There are wide-ranging career opportunities, including the health service, the forensic science or police scientific support laboratories, the Health and Safety Executive, and the public analysts’ laboratories, as well as opportunities in the chemical, petrochemical, pharmaceutical, food, drink and electronics industries.

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