BSc (Hons) Forensics, Policing and Investigations
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Duration
- 3 years
- Mode
- Part-time
- Subject
- Forensic Science
- Location
- United Kingdom
Overview
About your course Love murder mysteries and true crime? While reality is very different from what you see on the media, this is a fast-paced, rewarding career field that combines science, keen powers of observation, and evidence-based strategies. The BSc Forensics, Policing and Investigations degree at Liverpool John Moores University will engage you in the understanding and development of key strategies for effective crime scene management and how forensics link to the field of investigation and policing. Students will experience a critical exploration of contemporary policing issues as they develop skills and prepare for professional practice. We have developed this programme over many years of policing studies degree delivery, working with Merseyside Police Constabulary, College of Policing and other key stakeholders in the policing and criminal justice sectors. This degree prepares students for the diverse world of investigative, forensic and evidence gathering techniques, leading to a wide range of rewarding career options. Each student is allocated a personal tutor whose role is to offer general advice, guidance and support regarding the broader aspects of your studies and university life in general. You will be taught at Mount Pleasant Campus in the Liverpool Centre for Advanced Policing, a pioneering research centre for interdisciplinary law enforcement, and is licensed by the College of Policing to deliver degree programmes.
Entry requirements
Please choose your qualifications below to view requirements Grades/points required from qualifications: BCC (104) Work out how many UCAS points your qualifications are worth by visiting the UCAS Tariff Calculator. Home International Qualification requirements Show all sections GCSEs and equivalents Grade 4 or grade C or above in English Language and Mathematics/ Numeracy. GCSE Equivalences accepted: • Key Skills Level 2 in English/Maths • NVQ Level 2 Functional skills in Maths and English Writing and or Reading • Skills for Life Level 2 in Numeracy/English • Higher Diploma in Maths/English • Northern Ireland Essential Skills Level 2 in Communication or Application of Number • Wales Essential Skills Level 2 in Communication or Application of Number A levels BCC Minimum Number of A Levels: 2 Maximum AS UCAS Points: 20 BTECs Extended Diploma: DMM Access awards Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications Pass overall with a minimum of 104 points International Baccalaureate Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma: DMM Irish awards Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications T levels Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications. You need to obtain the required UCAS points from a related subject area. Alternative qualifications considered RPL/RPEL will be offered in accordance with the LJMU Academic Framework. Consideration for Level 5 entry only. Further information Contextual Offers At LJMU, we are dedicated to widening participation in education. We understand that academic potential isn't always accurately represented by grades alone. Therefore, we consider additional information included in your application. If you meet certain eligibility criteria, we may make an offer lower than our typical entry requirements. International requirements IELTS 6.0 overall with no component below 5.5, taken within two years of the course start date. https://www.ljmu.ac.uk/study/courses/international-entry-requirements Further information Find your country Please Note: All international qualifications are subject to a qualification equivalency check. How to apply Securing your place at LJMU UCAS is the official application route for our full-time undergraduate courses. Further information on the UCAS application process can be found here https://www.ljmu.ac.uk/study/undergraduate-students/how-to-apply.
English language requirements
| IELTS | 6.0 overall, no part below 5.5 |
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IELTS 6.0 overall with no component below 5.5, taken within two years of the course start date
Fees
International students: £18,230 per year
UK students: £10,050 per year
UK/Home: £10,050 per year
International: £18,230 per year
Start dates
September
Application deadline
via UCAS
Campus
- Liverpool John Moores University, Mount Pleasant Campus, Liverpool, United Kingdom