BSc (Hons)Analytical and Forensic Science (Top Up)
| Study location | United Kingdom, Glyntaff |
|---|---|
| Type | Final year and top-up, full-time |
| Nominal duration | 1 year |
| Study language | English |
| Awards | BSc (Hons) |
| Course code | 4T3W |
| Entry qualification | Undergraduate diploma (or higher) The BSc (Hons) Analytical and Forensic Science (Top Up) degree is Year 3 entry only. A pass in the Foundation Degree in Analytical and Forensic Science or Foundation Degree in Forensic Sciences at one of the University of South Wales’ Partner Colleges is required. Applicants with Foundation Degrees in similar subject areas will be considered on an individual basis. The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English. Often you can get a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original. You must take verified copies of the entry qualification documents along with you when you finally go to the university. |
|---|
| Language requirements | English IELTS: 6.0 (with no skill level below 5.5) |
|---|
| Other requirements | At least 2 reference(s) must be provided. A motivation letter must be added to your application. Please note that whilst this course does not require a DBS Check for entry, some professions will not consider candidates who have certain types of criminal convictions. Therefore, if you have a criminal conviction and you are considering a particular career path we would recommend that you check with the relevant professional body or refer to their recruitment policy to make sure that your conviction will not disadvantage you. |
|---|
| More information |
|---|
Overview
Interested? To learn more about this study programme, entry requirements and application process, please contact one of our consultants in a country nearest to you.
Career opportunities
Students on the Analytical and Forensic Science course will gain an excellent portfolio of practical skills that are in demand by employers, plus you will be trained using the same instruments and techniques as practising forensic scientists, which will give you an advantage when applying for graduate positions.
The skills and knowledge of our graduates are highly desirable and can be used in other scientific areas such as the chemical and pharmaceutical industries, or in postgraduate study such as Masters, Doctorate and fast-track medicine.
Career opportunities for our graduates are great, gaining posts all over the world in forensic laboratories, crime scene investigation teams, toxicology, biomedical and environmental laboratories, police forces, fingerprint bureaus, insurance investigation, and health and safety. Our network of employers includes analytical laboratories and forensic science providers, such as Cansford Laboratories, Synergy Health, Lextox, Alere Toxicology, Markes International, fire investigators and CSI teams.