Forensic Biology - BSc (Hons) - Full time

From the crime scene to the court, forensic science has become one of the most fascinating and fastest growing applications of science. By applying their passion, knowledge and skills, forensic scientists can provide answers to the often complex questions set by investigative teams in the criminal justice system. You’ll learn about biological science, as well as developing a highly specialised knowledge in forensic science, particularly forensic biology. You’ll learn how to collect traces of evidence from crime scenes, analyse samples including hair and fibres, body fluids, documents and drugs in the laboratory

From the crime scene to the court, forensic science has become one of the most fascinating and fastest growing applications of science. By applying their passion, knowledge and skills, forensic scientists can provide answers to the often complex questions set by investigative teams in the criminal justice system. You'll learn about biological science, as well as developing a highly specialised knowledge in forensic science, particularly forensic biology. You'll learn how to collect traces of evidence from crime scenes, analyse samples including hair and fibres, body fluids, document and drugs in the laboratory. You'll also learn the legal framework within which forensic science works and how to present both written and verbal evidence in court. As well as providing you with a solid grounding in all aspects of forensic biology, this degree will concentrate on the biological principles that underpin past, present and future forensic techniques. The practical nature of this course also helps to develop skills that will make you more employable, including communication, IT, problem solving, research and team working. the Customs & Excise Service the Police Service the pharmaceutical industry Environmental Health and Public Analyst laboratories View Full Screen

What's involved The course is studied full-time over four years. You will learn by a variety of teaching methods including lectures, tutorials, laboratory sessions, field trips, and through independent study. There may also be some opportunities to study abroad. Year 1 Life on Earth, Introductory Physiology, Molecules and Cells, two practical modules and either Plant Science or Concepts in Forensic Biology Year 2 Microbiology, Biochemistry, Physiology and the Environment, Search and Recovery, and a practical module. Plus one optional module from Biology and Disease, Animal Biology, Microbes and Man, or Systems Therapeutics Year 3 Scientific Communication - Dissertation and Statistics, Molecular Genetics, Law for Forensic Scientists, Forensic Analysis, Clinical Biochemistry and Aspects of Forensic Biology Year 4 Forensic Genetics and DNA Profiling Applications, Forensic Toxicology, Case File Interpretation and Court Room Evidence, plus an honours project

Requirements at a glanceEntry to the courseTypical year 1 SQA HigherBBBB A LevelBCC Irish Leaving CertificateB1,B2,B2,B2 at HL must include Biology OR Human Biology, Chemistry or Physics. Maths, English Biology & Chemistry at Ordinary Level B2). Subjects requiredHigher / A Level Biology/Human Biology, Chemistry or Physics. Standard Grade / GCSE English, Maths, Biology & Chemistry (or Double Award Science) (3/C). Typical year 2 HNCIn a related subject with A in graded unit. Typical year 3 HNDIn related subject area with Grade BB at SCQF Level 8 in the graded unit. Typical Entry requirements indicate the minimum qualifications with which students are normally accepted. Competition for places varies from year-to-year and achievement of the typical entry requirements does not always guarantee a place.Fees TableFees 2012/132013/14 Scottish/EU £305£305per 20 creditsRest of UK £1,085£1,105per 20 creditsOverseas£1,875£1,950per 20 credits Fees displayed are correct at the time of publication but the University Court reserves the right to make changes in fees at any time, and without notice, before or after the student's admission to the University.Tuition fees are reviewed annually and will rise each year during your programme of study, at least in line with inflation.