FdSc Forensic Sciences at University of Suffolk

The FdSc in Forensic Sciences intends to provide a solid knowledge-base to foster and enhance enthusiasm for Forensic Science and to develop transferable scientific skills. Through the practical application of knowledge you will acquire the knowledge, skills and attributes required by employers in forensic laboratories and scientific support services. You will study a range of modules- some designed to develop your wider scientific and laboratory knowledge and skills – and some to develop the specific skills and attributes needed to work in forensic science.

Faculty: Partner Colleges  |  Department: East Coast College (Lowestoft)  |  Duration: Two years full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Ipswich, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1: Personal and Professional Development (Mandatory), Biology for Forensics (Mandatory), Chemistry for Forensics (Mandatory), Laboratory Techniques for Forensics (Mandatory), Introduction to the Forensic Process and Law (Mandatory), Presenting the Analysis of Scientific Data and Bioinformatics (Mandatory). Year 2: Industry Related Project (Mandatory), Scientific Research (Mandatory), Criminal Investigation (Mandatory), Forensic and Criminal Psychology (Mandatory), Forensic Analysis Techniques (Mandatory). Modules: Forensic Evidence (Mandatory).

Career pathways

Forensic scientists can be employed in a variety of types of technical work, such as; On successful completion of this course, you can continue to gain a full BA (Hons) degree on the one- year BSc (Hons) Forensic Science (Progression Route) at University of Suffolk at East Coast College

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