Forensic & Applied Biology
BSc (Hons)
University of Worcester
Key Course Facts
Course Description
Overview
At Worcester you can study forensic science alongside the biological aspects that underpin it, deepening your understanding and enhancing your employment prospects. With the forensic content you can learn 'what' to do, but with the addition of biology you will also learn 'how' and 'why', thus gaining a more rounded body of knowledge highly valued by employers.
All of the modules are interactive and give you all important experience of applying theory in real world practical sessions. Students are taught and supported in comparatively small groups by experts in their field.
Key features
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Our Forensic and Applied Biology BSc course is ranked 18th out of all Forensic Science courses across the country
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Accredited by the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences. The first undergraduate degree in the country to be accredited with them for the Forensic Archaeology Component Standard
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Excellent facilities including research labs, crime scene simulation house, geophysical equipment for detecting concealed burials and crime scene investigation kits
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Strong industry links with West Mercia and Warwickshire police, and the Severn Area Rescue Association
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Highly experienced staff with over 100 years combined experience in the field, giving you access to realistic scenes and real cases
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Graduates successfully compete for both biological and forensic careers
Learn more about the course at our Open Days
Visiting us is the best way to get a feel for student life at the University of Worcester. You'll find out more about the course at our subject specific talks, and have the opportunity speak to staff, students and recent graduates about what it’s really like to study at Worcester.
Book your place at www.worcester.ac.uk/open-days
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 20 graduates of Forensic & Applied Biology BSc (Hons) at University of Worcester for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in .
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in forensic and archaeological sciences
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £20000 | £20000 | £22500 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £20000 - £27000 | £16000 - £22500 | £17000 - £27500 |
All forensic and archaeological sciences courses of University of Worcester
Salary of all UK Graduates of forensic and archaeological sciences
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £21025 | £22394 | £25260 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £18043 - £24555 | £17766 - £26526 | £20398 - £30716 |
All forensic and archaeological sciences courses in the UK
What You Will Learn
Programme content: As a student of Forensic & Applied Biology, BSc (Hons) you will study the following course modules.
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
Job in line with future plans
Utilise skills from studies
Work is meaningful
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
% Skilled jobs
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Forensic & Applied Biology BSc (Hons) at University of Worcester
| 25% | Administrative occupations |
| 20% | Natural and social science professionals |
| 20% | Science, engineering and technology associate professionals |
| 5% | Animal care and control services |
| 5% | Teaching Professionals |
| 5% | Sales occupations |
| 5% | Protective service occupations |
| 5% | Customer service occupations |
| 5% | Business and public service associate professionals |
Grading & Study Time
Assessment Methods
Study Time Distribution
Entry Requirements / Admissions
Minimum Required UCAS Tariff
Must include A Level biology or equivalent.
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
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Qualification requirements
The University of Worcester accepts all qualifications within the Tariff, and normally looks for the equivalent of 3 A levels. More information can be found at http://www.worcester.ac.uk/journey/entry-requirements.html
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
- All other courses
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- 4.5
- Foundation year
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- 6.5
- Graduate Degrees
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- 6.0
- Undergraduate Degrees
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still be able to join Forensic & Applied Biology, BSc (Hons).
Costs
Tuition Fees Forensic & Applied Biology BSc (Hons)
| EU | £9250 | year 1 |
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| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
| International | £13100 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2024
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
University Rankings
Positions of University of Worcester in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of University of Worcester in related subject specific rankings.
Natural Sciences
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- #71
- #91
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- Biological Sciences
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 13 June, 2022]
See all 24 university rankings of University of Worcester
About University of Worcester
The University of Worcester (UW) is a publicly funded research university, located in Worcester, England. Dating back to 1946 as an Emergency Teacher Training College, it was only in 2005 that UW received official university status. The university’s main campus is known as St John’s and is where most of the courses take place, although those related to business, computing, marketing and management are taken on by the university’s secondary campus which is known as City Campus.
Student composition of University of Worcester
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Students by level of study Academic year 2020/21 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on 10 February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 7195
- postgraduates:
- 1165
- Total:
- 8360
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Forensic & Applied Biology (with Foundation Year) BSc (Hons) | University of Worcester | 89% | 0% | 10% | £9250 | £13100 | 123 | Worcester | On campus Full-time | |
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Forensic & Applied Biology BSc (Hons) | University of Worcester | 89% | 0% | 10% | £9250 | £13100 | 123 | Worcester | On campus Full-time | |
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Forensic & Applied Biology (with Foundation Year) BSc (Hons) | University of Worcester | 89% | 0% | 10% | £9250 | £13100 | 123 | Worcester | On campus Full-time | |
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Forensic Biology (with Foundation Year) BSc (Hons) | Bournemouth University | 74% | 3% | 15% | £9250 | - | 132 | Poole | On campus Full-time | |
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Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 13 June, 2022
- Criteria used in ranking -CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject:
- Entry Standards 26%
Student Satisfaction 26%
Research Quality 22%
Graduate Prospects 26%