Course Summary

A Forensic Science degree from Kent will give you the best possible start to a range of careers. You will get to grips with specialist Forensics skills as well learning the science behind crime-scene scenarios and the legal processes and training in the delivery of expert witness testimony. You will be equipped with a range of skills that can be used within a range of careers including the police, Ministry of Defence as well as archaeology and the food and pharmaceutical industries. Choose Forensic Science at Kent because: * our course is ranked 5th in the Complete University Guide and * you receive extensive practical training in our world-class laboratories, with opportunities to work on live research projects * you are taught by active researchers who ensure you learn the most up-to-date science, as well as those who have gained extensive knowledge, experience and contacts working in the field. * a strong focus on chemistry opens up a world of opportunities for you after graduation, while our dedicated careers team can help you make the best start to life after Kent. Our foundation year is for science students who do not meet the requirements for direct entry to Stage 1 of our degree programmes. It is also an excellent conversion course for applicants who have shown academic ability in non-science subjects. Applications to this programme will be considered for those who are returning to study following a period in work where they have gained relevant experience but do not have traditional academic qualifications. This degree programme introduces you to a range of specialist forensics modules including ballistics, digital forensics and DNA analysis, as well as giving you the chemistry, maths and law skills and knowledge needed to success in a range of forensic science related careers.

Course Details - Modules

Modules are not listed for this Course.

Course Details – Assessment Method

Assessment Methods are not listed for this Course.

Course Details – Professional Bodies

Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.

How to Apply

26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application Codes

Course code: F412

Institution code: K24

Campus Name: Main Site

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Points of Entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Foundation

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.

International applicants

Standard Qualification Requirements

including Chemistry or Biology at D. For those without a relevant science subjects, our standard offer is BB.

Applications are individually considered by the Admissions Officer.

The University will not necessarily make conditional offers to all Access candidates but will continue to assess them on an individual basis. If we make you an offer, you will need to obtain/pass the overall Access to Higher Education Diploma and may also be required to obtain a proportion of the total level 3 credits and/or credits in particular subjects at merit grade or above.

overall or 11 points from three HL subjects including HL Chemistry or Biology at 4 or SL Chemistry or Biology at 5

The University will consider applicants holding BTEC National Diploma and Extended National Diploma Qualifications (QCF; NQF;OCR) at 120 credits or more, on a case by case basis. Please contact us for further advice on your individual circumstances.

Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.

English language requirements

Test Grade AdditionalDetails

Applicants should have grade C or 4 in English Language GCSE or a suitable equivalent level qualification.

Please visit our website for further information:

https://www.kent.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/how-to-apply/english-language-requirements.html

Unistats information

Student satisfaction : 84%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 56%

Go onto work and study: 85%

Fees and funding

Additional Fee Information

All fees for 2022/23 are to be confirmed. Please see the programme page at www.kent.ac.uk for further information on fees and funding options.

Provider information

Recruitment and Admissions Office
Registry
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Canterbury
CT2 7NZ

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