This course gives you the foundation of knowledge to progress in a forensic career. Placements within the field prepare you with skills in laboratory techniques, evidence, collection and analysis, and investigative skills. This vocational qualification is equivalent to one A-Level.
Studying in the Science department will give you access to state of the art scientific laboratories, specialist equipment and an experienced technical team, to help you to achieve and explore the scientific world.
Example units are listed below:
Mandatory units: Fundamentals of Science, Working in the Science Industry and Scientific Practical Techniques
Forensic Topics: Forensic Evidence and Collection, Perceptions
Medical Topics: Physiology of Human Body Systems, Physiology of Human Regulation and Reproduction, Diseases and Infections
Entry requirements
- 1640 individual applications received for our Science and Maths courses
- Specialist science laboratories with cutting edge equipment
- Dedicated, well-resourced classrooms
- Science support sessions
- University visits
- Industry trips
- Visiting speakers from well-established Alumni
Our past students studying this course have gone on to:
The University of York - Nursing (Adult)
Manchester Metropolitan University - Computer and Network Technology
Leeds Beckett University - Business and Human Resource Management
The University of Huddersfield - Information and Communication Technology
The University of Manchester - Adult Nursing
University of Bradford - Law
Veterinary Nursing
University College Chester - Animal Behaviour and Welfare
Sheffield Hallam University - Criminology and Psychology
The University of Huddersfield - Law
The University of Nottingham - Nursing (Adult)
University of Central Lancashire - Forensic Science and Criminal Investigation
Active Ashton - Lifeguard
University of Central Lancashire - Policing
University of Bolton - Psychology with Foundation
Manchester Metropolitan University - Law
The University of Manchester - Psychology
Course Key Details
| Course Type | : | Extended Certificate |
|---|---|---|
| Exam Board | : | Pearson |
| Pass Rate | : | 100% |
| Assessment | : | 58% exam 42% non-examined |
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