Forensic Sciences

Program Overview

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BSc (Hons) Forensic Sciences

Overview

Are you interested in working at the forefront of crime science investigation and as important part of the criminal justice system? Are you excited by the idea of investigating crime scenes using the latest technology and techniques? Do you want to play a crucial role in helping the criminal courts reach their verdict on the guilt of a defendant? Our Forensic Science degree provides you with the theory and practical experience you need to succeed.

Why Forensic Science at LSBU?

• 3rd in the UK and 1st in London for Forensic Science (Guardian University Guide 2025)
• Graduates from this course are working as a Medical Administrator at the London Spine Unit
• 96.9% of students on this programme said teaching staff are good at explaining things (National Student Survey 2024)
• Our graduates go onto work in Axis, and a range of other organisations
• Our specialised facilities include our very own Crime Scene Flat, and an extensive range of analytical instrumentation dedicated to forensic science students
• Our staff members are experts in their respective fields including Fingerprints, DNA, Explosives, Fire, Fibres and sexual assault

Course Accreditations

• The Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences

Location

• Southwark Campus

Entry Level Requirements

• UK Qualifications: 112 UCAS points
• International Qualifications: Please contact the university for more information

Fees

• UK: £9535
• International: £15500

Scholarships

• We offer students considerable financial help through scholarships, bursaries, charitable funds, loans and other financial support

Careers

• Forensic scientists collect and record evidence from places of interest such as crime scenes, then analyse samples using various laboratory techniques
• Some forensic scientists work in-house with the police force, however many are now employed by the private sector or Government laboratories
• Many of our students progress to Masters level courses and some continue on to PhD level

Teaching and Assessment

• Assessment methods are specified in each module guide
• Surface learning is assessed formally by both seen and unseen examinations
• Deep learning is examined using various coursework pieces, including case studies, essays and case file preparations
• Practical skills are examined in the laboratory environment in terms of the quality of your measurements

Modules

Year 1

• Introduction to Forensic Science
• Scientific Skills
• Fundamentals of Measurement and Instrumentation
• Introduction to Forensic Biology
• Core and Materials Science
• Introduction to Law for Forensic Scientists

Year 2

• Explosion, Fire and Firearms
• Criminal Law for Forensic Scientists
• Crime Laboratory
• Crime Scene Management and Processing
• Research Methods
• Measurement and Instrumentation in Forensic Analysis

Year 3

• Incident Investigation
• Biological Evidence
• Case Assessment and Interpretation
• Research project (with advanced topics in forensic science)
• Law of Evidence for Forensic Scientists

Facilities

• Our well-equipped laboratories
• Liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (LCMS)
• Gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GCMS)
• Fourier transform infrared microscopy (FTIR)
• Glass refractive index measuring system (GRIM-3)
• DNA extraction and analysis facilities
• Scanning electron microscopy (SEM)
• Laser induced breakdown spectroscopy (LIBS)
• Crime Scene Flat

People Profiles

• Dr. Clive Steele, Course Leader

Key Information Set Data

• 87% say staff value students views and opinions about the course
• 90% of students say teaching staff have supported their learning well

Related Courses

• Biomedical Sciences
• Sport and Exercise Science
• Applied Sciences (Forensic Sciences) Higher National Certificate
• Applied Science (Biology) Higher National Certificate
• Sport and Exercise Science with Foundation year
• Forensic Science with Foundation year

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