Forensic Investigation (Including Foundation Year) Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Forensic Investigation (Including Foundation Year) Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Designed to prepare you for real-world investigation, this professionally accredited degree places you in industry-standard labs and immersive crime scene facilities, guided by experienced practitioners so you graduate confident, credible, and ready for professional forensic practice.
You’ll build a strong understanding of the criminal justice system and the laws that shape it. You’ll learn how evidence is examined and challenged, developing the skills to think clearly, question assumptions, and make responsible decisions in real situations, with science used as a practical...
Designed to prepare you for real-world investigation, this professionally accredited degree places you in industry-standard labs and immersive crime scene facilities, guided by experienced practitioners so you graduate confident, credible, and ready for professional forensic practice.
You’ll build a strong understanding of the criminal justice system and the laws that shape it. You’ll learn how evidence is examined and challenged, developing the skills to think clearly, question assumptions, and make responsible decisions in real situations, with science used as a practical tool along the way. You’ll apply what you’ve learned through hands-on, simulated investigations in our Crime Scene Training Facility. From domestic burglaries and vehicle examinations to complex scenes such as arson and homicide, you’ll examine real cases, use professional forensic techniques, and critically evaluate investigative approaches with confidence and integrity.
If you’re interested in how science is used to solve real problems, this course is for you. It’s suited to students with an interest in forensics who want to examine evidence, ask questions, and apply their skills to real investigations.
Course Information
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2027-09-13
Campus
Pontypridd
Application Details
13 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
B50-J24
Institution Code
W01
Points of Entry
Foundation
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Not accepted
A level
Not accepted
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Not accepted
Access to HE Diploma
Pass Access to HE Diploma with a minimum of 48 UCAS Tariff points
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
Plus grade D at A Level
GCSE/National 4/National 5
The University normally requires a minimum 3 GCSEs at Grade C or above, including Mathematics (Numeracy AND Mathematics in Wales) and English Language. For those taking GCSEs in England, a Grade 4 is considered equivalent to a C.
Not accepted
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales, EU | £9,790 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
| International | £17,200 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |




























































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