Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma in Applied Science (Forensics)

Course Content

To help in the study of this programme, students, in the first year, will undertake study of 9 units. Six of these count towards a Subsidiary Diploma which could be “banked” after the first year. However, for a student wishing to progress to complete the Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma, it is imperative to have a
pass in all 9 of the Year 1 units with a view to completing 17 Units in total over the two years. It is possible for a student, in the second year to apply for a Diploma Certification (12 Units in total), this would only be done at the end of Year 2 when the final Exam Board Assessments are compiled.

You will study units including

• Fundamentals of Science
• Criminal Psychology
• Forensics Evidence Collection and Analysis
• Scientific Practical Techniques
• Physiology of Human Body Systems
• Medical physics techniques
• Perceptions of science

The essential skills of communication, numeracy and ICT are an integral part of this course. If you are accepted onto this course without a Grade C or above in Maths and/or English you will be required to complete the relevant Essential Skills qualification. This will be a compulsory part of your timetable.

Special Features

• The course provides a work related qualification which is relevant to the needs of local science-based employers.
• Students will have the opportunity to visit science-based industries and attend sessions delivered by guest speakers from PSNI.
• Students will participate in simulated crime scene investigations.
• The programme will prepare students for university entrance and study of science at a higher level.