BSc (Hons) Forensic Biology at University of Chester

Programme overview

This course is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology (RSB) and offers a combination of forensic aspects with a thorough grounding in the traditional science of biology, in particular the molecular biology techniques and DNA profiling. The techniques you will learn are transferable to other biological disciplines, and provide a solid foundation for a wide range of graduate careers.

What you will study

At Level 4, you are introduced to the essential principles, mechanisms and concepts needed to understand forensic biology. You will receive a comprehensive education in biosciences, from biochemistry and cell biology to organisms. Core modules include Science of Life, Exploring and Researching Life Sciences, Forensic Investigations, Molecular Biology, Biology of Disease, Crime Scene to Court, Forensic Applications, Pharmacology and Toxicology.

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Application information

Entry requirements

UCAS Points: 112; GCE A Level: Typical offer – BCC-BBC; must include Biology; BTEC: BTEC Extended Certificate (Applied Human Biology) BTEC Extended Diploma (Applied Science or Animal Management): DMM; International Baccalaureate: 28 points, including 5 in HL Biology; Irish/Scottish Highers: Irish Highers - H3, H3, H3, H3, H4 including H3 in Biology or Chemistry Scottish Highers - BBBB, including Biology or Chemistry; Access requirements: Access to HE Diploma (Science), to include 45 credits at Level 3, of which 30 must be at Merit or above; T Level: T Level (Science) - Merit; OCR Cambridge Technicals: OCR Extended Certificate (Applied Human Biology) OCR Extended Diploma (Applied Science): DMM; Extra Requirements: We accept a maximum of 8 UCAS points from GCE AS Levels. The Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced and A Level General Studies will be recognised in our offer.; IELTS: 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each band) Other Admission Requirements All successful applicants for this course should be vaccinated against hepatitis B virus and tetanus.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). £10,050 per year for a full-time course (2027/28) Source

International applicants: GBP 15,450 a year (2027/28). £15,450 per year for a full-time course* (2027/28) Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.ucas.com/

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