Forensic Investigations BSc (Hons)

Course Overview

The Forensic Investigations BSc (Hons) degree is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of investigative techniques, including the interpretation and presentation of evidence. The course covers a range of topics, including criminal and civil law, investigative practice, forensic science, and forensic interviewing.

What You'll Study

• Year One
  • Criminal and Civil Law (20 credits)
  • Investigative Practice (20 credits)
  • Critical and Digital Communication (20 credits)
  • Introduction to Forensic Science (20 credits)
  • Forensic Interviewing (20 credits)
  • Data Collection and Presentation Skills (20 credits)
• Year Two
  • Research Methods (20 credits)
  • Spatial Reconstruction (20 credits)
  • Forensic Crime Scene Analysis (20 credits)
  • Understanding Evidence (20 credits)
  • Basic Digital Forensics (20 credits)
  • Fraud Investigation (20 credits)
• Placement Year
  • UK Work Placements (0 credits)
  • International Study/Work Placement (0 credits)
• Final Year
  • Advanced Forensic Crime Scene Analysis (20 credits)
  • Specialist Inquiry (20 credits)
  • Surveillance Studies (20 credits)
  • Situational Analysis (20 credits)
  • Individual Research Project (40 credits)

How You'll Learn

The course emphasizes practical, hands-on experience through guest lectures, work placements, industry visits, skills development, and the study of real-life case studies. Teaching methods include lectures, group work, seminars, tutorials, laboratory skills, flipped classroom, PC labs, mock courtrooms, interviewing, and simulation exercises.

Entry Requirements

• Typical Entry Requirements
  • UCAS points: 112
  • A level: BBC, excludes General Studies
  • GCSE: maths and English at grade 4 / C or Functional Skills Level 2
  • BTEC: DMM
  • IB Diploma: 27 points
  • Access to HE: The Access to HE Diploma in a science or health subject to include 30 Level 3 credits at Distinction. Plus GCSE English and Mathematics at grade 4 / C or above.

Fees and Funding

• Student | Full-time | Part-time
  • UK, Ireland, Channel Islands or Isle of Man | £9,535 per year | Not available
  • EU | £9,535 per year with EU Support Bursary | Not available
  • International | £16,800 per year | Not available

Facilities

The course is delivered at the Coventry University campus in Coventry, with state-of-the-art facilities, including:

• Two fully functional houses with video and audio links to a central control room for simulated crime scenes
• Ethical hacking lab isolated from outside networks for digital forensics
• VR Oculus Quest 2 headsets for 3D simulations and spatial reconstructions

Careers and Opportunities

Successful completion of this course can lead to a wide range of careers in areas such as the intelligence services, insurance companies, banking, the prison service, accountancy firms, fraud investigation organizations, environmental or financial services, and teaching. Some graduates have chosen to continue their studies with postgraduate qualifications, such as the Terrorism, International Crime and Global Security MA at Coventry University.

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Overview:

• Founded in 1843 as the Coventry School of Design
• Received university status in 1992
• Over 30,000 students from over 150 countries
• Campuses in Coventry, London, and Scarborough
• Known for its focus on practical, industry-focused education

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Student Life:

• Over 150 student clubs and societies
• Sports teams in various disciplines
• Student support services include counseling, mental health support, and disability support
• Campus facilities include a gym, swimming pool, and student union

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Academics:

• Offers undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in a wide range of subjects
• Faculty with industry experience and research expertise
• Teaching methodologies include lectures, seminars, workshops, and project-based learning
• Academic support services include writing centers, math labs, and peer mentoring
• Unique academic programs include:
  • Centre for Applied Science and Technology
  • Centre for Business in Society
  • Centre for Intelligent Systems

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Top Reasons to Study Here:

• Ranked among the top 150 universities in the UK (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2023)
• Excellent industry connections and partnerships
• Specialized facilities such as the National Transport Design Centre and the Centre for Advanced Manufacturing
• Notable alumni include:
  • Sir Frank Whittle, inventor of the jet engine
  • Sir David Attenborough, naturalist and broadcaster
  • Sir Patrick Stewart, actor

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Services:

• Counseling and mental health support
• Health center
• Accommodation services
• Library with over 1 million books and resources
• Technology support
• Career development services