About Bsc (hons) Forensic Investigation (with Foundation Year Option) in Bournemouth University
Designed specifically for those interested in the investigative side of forensics, the course deals with the theoretical and practical aspects of forensic investigation of crime scenes and disaster investigations.
Why study BSc (Hons) Forensic Investigation at BU?
- Forensic investigation is a wide-ranging and compelling subject, drawing from scientific methods and practical training within criminal investigation, taught by professional practitioners and guest speakers who are experts in their fields
- Covering biological and analytical science, the degree provides an understanding and knowledge of key concepts in relevant law, professional skills, crime scenes and forensic sciences
- Carried out in a variety of stimulating environments, including science labs, IT labs, field trips, and dedicated crime scene teaching labs in used for crime scene reconstruction
- Year one is shared with students taking BSc (Hons) Forensic Science, with the option to switch degrees at the end of the year
- Gain valuable work experience on your placement if you choose to take one and springboard into a career as a forensic investigator post-graduation
- You'll be career-ready, with 87% of graduates from our forensic and archaeological sciences courses in employment or further study after 15 months.
Entry requirements
- High School leaving examinations - We will consider any High School leaving examinations that are considered to be the equivalent to A-level examinations in the UK.
English language requirements
- IELTS: 6.0 overall, with no less than 5.5 in each component.
- TOEFL iBT: 60-78 overall.
- PTE Academic: 54 (with no less than 51 in each component).
Bournemouth University Highlights
| Type of Institution |
Public |
| Campus Setting |
Urban |
| Endowment |
2.4 million GBP |
| Number of campuses |
Two campuses - Talbot Campus and Lansdowne Campus |
| Total number of Professors |
828 |
| Graduate Job Rate |
91% |
| Housing |
Available (12 halls) |
| International Fee |
13,750 GBP |
Bournemouth University Cost of Attendance
The information below is designed as a guide to the living expenses at university. For those who stay on-campus, the cost of utilities and transportation will be saved as the students will be given annual bus pass.
| Item |
Annual amount in GBP |
| Tuition |
14,100-15,850 |
| Books and supplies |
210-630 |
| Accommodation |
6,499-9,275 |
| Utilities |
420 |
| Transportation |
250 |
| Laundry |
156-312 |
| Insurance |
70 |
| Food and household expenses |
2,200 |
| TV licenses |
157.50 |
| Total |
24,062.5-29,164.5 |
