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Bachelor of Biological and Forensic Sciences

Coventry University

Coventry, United Kingdom
3 years
English
On campus
Bachelor

About the program

A three-year degree combining biology with forensic science, including DNA profiling and crime scene work.

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

Explain and apply fundamental concepts in Biological and Forensic Sciences. Analyze discipline-specific problems using suitable methods and tools. Communicate findings and demonstrate skills relevant to science.

Career outcomes

Biological research and industry
pharmaceutical
microbiology and food quality-testing laboratories
medical and scientific equipment sales
DNA analyst
DNA reporting officer
forensic scientist
data analysis
scientific writing
teaching

Curriculum

Three-year
360-credit degree (four with a placement year). Year 1: Introduction to Biomolecules and Biochemistry
Cells to Systems
Genetics and Molecular Biology
Foundations of Forensic Science. Year 2: The Gut Brain Axis
Human Genetic Diversity
Crime Scene Examination
Digital Forensic Science. Year 3: Crime Scene to Courtroom
Research Project
Cancer Genomics
Forensic Futures.

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. Excludes General Studies
BTEC DMM in the BTEC Level 3 Extended National Diploma in a Biological Science subject. Excludes Health and Social Care
IB Diploma 30 points to include a minimum of 5 points in Biology 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 The Access to HE Diploma to include 30 Level 3 credits above Merit of which 15 must be at Distinction in Biology units. Plus GCSE English a

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 Biological and Forensic Sciences 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
17 days left
Program starts
March 2027
Apply by
27 Jan 2027
74 days left
Program starts
May 2027
Apply by
5 Apr 2027
142 days left
Program starts
July 2027
Apply by
25 May 2027
192 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 3 years.