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Course options
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Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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Location
Wrexham
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
22-SEP-25
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Duration
4 Years
Course summary
Our programme equips you to examine crime scenes, analyse evidence and present results in court as an expert witness. From sharp force trauma to spectra, bones to bugs, get ready to develop your practical skills for an exciting scientific career. You will: Get hands-on practical experience to ensure you develop the skills needed in the industry, using our state-of-the-art teaching laboratories, crime scene house and decomposition research facility. Choose from three distinct areas of specialisation in forensic chemistry, forensic biology or postmortem investigation with comprehensive facilities and equipment dedicated to each field. Have the chance to study bilingually as we embed Welsh language skills across the program, giving you a competitive edge in the job market. Benefit from our excellent connections with local and international organisations, including specialist laboratories, local police forces and experts in areas such as drone technology and disaster victim identification. Receive teaching and support from a team of highly qualified staff with a range of expertise and interests. Have the opportunity to take part in a wide variety of extra-curricular activities to enhance your main study programme such as guest lectures, short courses, local excursions, and residential trips. Build academic confidence with our Foundation Year for those returning to study or wanting more time and support to develop their scientific knowledge.
Application deadline
29 January
Tuition fees
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拢 11,750per year
Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.
Entry requirements
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QUALIFICATION TYPE
- A level
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- UCAS Points
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- Access to HE Diploma
- Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
- Extended Project
- International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
- Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
- Leaving Certificate - Ordinary Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
- Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
- Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
- Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)
A level : EEE - DDD
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Campus address
Wrexham University, Plas Coch, Mold Road, Wrexham, Wrexham, LL11 2AW, Wales
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Entry standards
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Student satisfaction
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