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Bachelor of Forensic Science

Coventry University

Coventry, United Kingdom
3 years
English
On campus
Bachelor

About the program

A combined major linking criminal justice study with laboratory science.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (2): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Learners studying Forensic Science can develop the ability to develop discipline-specific knowledge
Critically evaluate relevant evidence and communicate ideas using suitable professional or academic methods. These are indicative learning goals
Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.

Career outcomes

Forensic scientist
Probation officer
Forensic science technician
Forensic psychologist
Private investigator
Security specialist
DNA analysis
Toxicology
Law enforcement

Curriculum

Four-year combined major: overview of the criminal justice system
Society and law
Forensic criminal investigation
Chemistry
Organic chemistry
Criminalistics
Drugs and society
And cybercrime and digital forensic investigation. Guaranteed co-op or internship
No capstone named
Credits not stated.

Entry requirements

Academic

Typical UK-qualification entry (international equivalents by country at https://www.coventry.ac.uk/international-students-hub/entry-requirements/): UCAS points 112
A level BBC to include Biology and/or Chemistry. Excludes General Studies
BTEC DMM in the BTEC Level 3 Extended National Diploma in a Biological or Chemical Science subject. Excludes Health and Social Care
IB Diploma 30 points to include 5 points in Biology or Chemistry at Higher level
GCSE maths
English and two sciences at grade 4 / C or Functional Skills Level 2
Or other equivalent Level 2 awards
Access to HE Diploma To include 30 level 3 credits above Merit of which 15 must be Distinction in Biology or Chemistry units

Accepted academic background

Secondary school completion at A level standard or international equivalent (country-specific requirements at https://www.coventry.ac.uk/international-students-hub/entry-requirements/), e.g. 112 UCAS points / BBC for business courses, 120 / BBB for BSc Computer Science (128 / ABB for MSci), GCSE maths and English grade 4/C or equivalent; some courses add interview or portfolio; recognised foundation programme for some countries

Language tests

IELTS 6.0 overall
Institutional test no component lower than 5.5 (typical
IELTS Academic 6

Documents you’ll need

Completed application form
Academic transcripts
Secondary school completion certificate
English language proficiency evidence if required
Passport identification page

How to apply

Review the Forensic Science admission requirements at Coventry University. Prepare academic transcripts and evidence of the entry qualification. Complete the application on the official university website. Upload the required documents and language results if applicable. Pay the application fee if applicable and submit before the relevant deadline. Review the admission decision and complete acceptance requirements.

Other costs

Tuition per year	£19,200 GBP
Application fee	£50 GBP
Deposit	£4,000 GBP

Program details

Campus	Coventry
Faculty or school	Health and Care
Department	Department of Science
Teaching language	English
Credit value	360
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	2
Scholarship note	Course page says Coventry offers international scholarships; see https://www.coventry.ac.uk/international-students-hub/apply-for-a-scholarship/

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
1 Dec 2026
18 days left
Program starts
March 2027
Apply by
27 Jan 2027
75 days left
Program starts
May 2027
Apply by
5 Apr 2027
143 days left
Program starts
July 2027
Apply by
25 May 2027
193 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 3 years.