BSc Forensic Science

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University of the West of England

Comments about BSc Forensic Science - At the institution - Bristol City - Bristol

• Objectives
  Forensic science - one of the most fascinating areas of applied science - is the use of scientific procedures to produce evidence in a court of law. This degree, designed in consultation with forensic scientists and related professionals, will cover in depth the major scientific disciplines involved in the investigation of crime.
• Entry requirements
  Requirements GCSE: English, Maths Tariff points range: 240-260 Specific subjects: Biology or Chemistry plus one science Access: Yes Baccalaureate EB %: 68-70
• Academic title
  BSc Forensic Science
• Course description
  Content
  
  Year 1
  
  -Crime Scene Science
  -Forensic Biology
  -Forensic Chemistry
  -Cell Biology
  -Genetics
  -Scientific Inquiry
  -Introduction to Inorganic and Physical Chemistry
  -Analysis of Biological Molecules
  -Organic Chemistry 1
  
  -Forensic Investigation of Accidents
  -Chemical Concepts     
  
  
  Year 2
  
  -Forensic Examination of Materials
  -Molecular Genetics
  -Drugs and Toxicology
  -Scientific Research Methods
  -Instrumental Analytical Science
  -Science in Court (taught by the School of Law)
  
  Final year
  
  -Interpretation of Forensic Evidence
  
  -Genetics
  -Genome Analysis
  -The Functioning Genome
  -Medical Genetics
  -Advanced Analytical Science     
  
  -Pharmacology
  -Human Physiology
  -Anthropology
  -Organic Chemistry II
  -Inorganic and Physical Chemistry II
  -Metals and Living Systems
  -Presenting Science
  -The Art of Signal and Image Enhancement    

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