**Reasons to choose Kingston**
- This course is accredited by the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences for the component standards in Interpretation, Evaluation and Presentation of Evidence; Laboratory Analysis; and Crime Scene Investigation. When you graduate you’ll be eligible to apply to be an Associate of the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences.
- This course received 100 percent overall student satisfaction (National Student Survey 2020).
- Kingston University is No.1 in London for Biosciences (Guardian League Table 2021).
- We have cutting edge facilities in DNA analysis, archaeology, questioned documents, toxicology and drug confirmation. Equipment is based on what is used in real-life examinations. There is also a designated crime scene house.
**About this course**
How is scientific evidence gathered from a crime scene? How is it analysed and used in an investigation? How is it interpreted and presented in court?
This course prepares you for a career in this increasingly important area. Case studies, fieldwork and lab work cover all aspects of investigating a crime scene. These include crime scene processing, forensic archaeology, drugs, toxicology, DNA, body fluids, entomology, fibres, fire investigation and ballistics. You’ll also have an introduction to criminal law, which includes cross examination in a mock courtroom setting.
Specialist topics include blood pattern analysis (BPA), expert witness training, counterfeits and forgeries, and the analysis of trace evidence.
Course Details - Modules
Please note that this is an indicative list of modules and is not intended as a definitive list.
Year 1: LS4001 - Genes, Cells and Tissues, LS4002 - The Biochemical Foundations of Life, LS4003 - Scientific and Laboratory Skills, LS4005 - Introduction to Forensic Science.
Year 2: LS5006 - Research Methods and Topics in Forensic Biology, CH5008 - Crime Scene, Evidence and Law, CH5006 - Analytical Science.
Year 3 core modules: LS6013 - Biological Evidence – Advanced Techniques, CH6010 - Forensic Chemistry and Trace Analysis, LS6014 - Project, CH6004 - Project.
Year 3 optional modules: LS6012 - Forensic Archaeology, CH6007 - Advanced Analytical Science, CM6017- Global Terrorism and Transnational Crime.
Course Details – Assessment Method
Teaching includes lectures, seminars, workshops and practicals using specialist teaching areas such as our scene-of-crime house, private bone collection and state of the art analytical laboratories.
Forms of assessment include end-of-module exams, coursework exercises, laboratory reports, and presentations.
Course Details – Professional Bodies
Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences
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:
F410
Institution code:
K84
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Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
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
Two Science A2s, to include Biology and/or Chemistry, with minimum of grade C or above. Other Science subjects considered as second science include Physics and Mathematics
UCAS points from a minimum of 2 A-Levels or equivalent Level 3 qualifications. General Studies not accepted.
Can be considered in combination with other Level 3 qualifications e.g. A2's in different subjects.
Accepted Access to HE diplomas include: Science Applied Science; Biological and Health Science; Health and Human Science which must include Biology units
Equivalent of 112 UCAS points to include a minimum grade of Merit in all Biology and Chemistry modules.
Equivalent of 112 UCAS points to include Chemistry and/or Biology, Physics or Mathematics at grade C.
To include a minimum of 5 in Higher Level Biology and/or Chemistry as well as 5 in Standard Level English and Maths
Accepted Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma or Diploma topics accepted as subject specific: Applied Biology, Applied Science, Applied Science [Forensic or Medical Science] which must include Biology and chemistry units (e.g. Biomedical Science pathway or Analytical and Forensic Science pathway)
Equivalent of 112 UCAS points to include Biology and/or Chemistry, Applied Science, Physics or Mathematics at a minimum of H3.
T Levels
T Levels are an alternative to A levels, apprenticeships and other further education courses. T Level focuses on vocational skills and can help students into skilled employment, higher education and/or apprenticeships. Students who study T Level spend 80% of the course in the classroom, learning the skills that employers need. The other 20% is a meaningful industry placement, where they put these skills into action.
T Levels are the equivalent to three A levels and we recognise the UCAS tariff points they attract in line with other qualifications that aid progression to higher education.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.
English language requirements
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English Language Entry Requirement Information are not listed for this Course.
Unistats information
Student satisfaction :
77%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs):
65%
Go onto work and study:
80%
Fees and funding
England
9250.0
Year 1
Northern Ireland
9250.0
Year 1
Scotland
9250.0
Year 1
Wales
9250.0
Year 1
Additional Fee Information
For international fees, please visit:
https://www.kingston.ac.uk/undergraduate/fees-and-funding/fees/
Please visit the provider course webpage for further information regarding additional course costs
Provider information
River House
53-57 High Street
Address3 are not listed for this Course.
Kingston upon Thames
KT1 1LQ
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