Why study BSc (Hons) Forensic Science?

  • Taught by professional practitioners and guest speakers who are experts in their respective fields, including forensic DNA profiling, crime scene investigation and forensic toxicology
  • You will be taught in contemporary lecture halls and state-of-the-art labs where you’ll use cutting-edge equipment 
  • Take part in invaluable lab and fieldwork experience, including mock crime scenes and a live-fire exercise
  • Provided with theoretical and practical training covering crime scene science, toxicology, chemistry and molecular biology
  • Gain valuable work experience on your placement if you choose to take one and springboard into a career as a forensic investigator post-graduation

Find out more about the content of this course.

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Course accreditation

Our BSc (Hons) Forensic Science is accredited by the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences (CSFS). CSFS Educational Accreditation is the independent assessment of educational quality for degrees focusing on forensic science, and gives students and future employers confidence in the quality and quantity of the forensic science content of programmes.

Key information

Next start date:

September 2025, September 2026

Location:

Bournemouth University, Talbot Campus

Duration:

3 years full-time, or 4 years full-time with one placement year. Students enrolled on the foundation year complete an additional year at the start.

Required subjects:

All subjects considered

Entry requirements:

For September 2025 and September 2026 entry: 104 - 120 UCAS tariff points including a minimum of 2 A levels or equivalent. BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM. Foundation year: 48-72 UCAS tariff points. For more information check out our full entry requirements.

International entry requirements:

For September 2025 and September 2026 entry: if English is not your first language you'll need IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each of the 4 components or equivalent. For more information check out our international entry requirements.