Forensic science
Level 3 BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (National Award)
Two-year vocational (equivalent to one A-level)
Do you like discovering the answer to things? This course gives a broad science education in the first year and then develops laboratory skills and your knowledge of forensic techniques and criminal psychology.
Required qualifications
Five or more A*-C grades at GCSE including English language.
What will I study?
The course will focus on:
- practical laboratory techniques
- mathematical methods
- forensic analysis
- perceptions of science
- criminology and criminal psychology.
On the course you will:
- carry out practical laboratory experiments
- analyse results of measurements
- research and report on forensic science techniques
- discuss social implications of scientific developments
- debate the origins of criminal behaviour.
Method of assessment
You will be assessed by practical work and a collection of evidence from your portfolio. Please note that you must complete all six units to gain accreditation.
What will I be able to progress to?
This course combines well with other A-level science courses, in particular chemistry, biology and psychology and will enhance your application for a course at university in forensic science or criminology.
Other information
Please note that you need to study this course for a full two years to gain the qualification.