Criminology and Forensic Investigation

About this programme

UCAS Course Code: LF64 - This course is validated by the University of East Anglia (UEA). Discover what drives criminal behaviour, how crimes are investigated and the role of the criminal justice system. This degree combines theory and practical skills to prepare you for careers in criminology, forensic investigation and policing. The course combines four key areas: forensic investigation, criminology, criminal justice and work-related learning. You will explore the causes of criminal behaviour, learn the principles of crime scene investigation and examine contemporary issues affecting society. By the end of the course, you will have the knowledge, experience and transferable skills needed to take the next step into employment or further study. You will need a minimum of 64 UCAS Tariff Points or above from one or more of the following: For any qualification not identified above the HE Admission Team will determine equivalences through UKNARIC. Applicants wishing to be considered for entry to the second year of study or wishing to import credits or evidence of prior learning into the course for which they are applying will be considered in accordance with the awarding bodies policy on Accreditation of Prior (Experiential) Learning. An enhanced DBS check is required for this programme and must be paid for by the student. This will be required at the end of Year 2, before progressing to the work placement in Year 3. The current fee is £49.50. Applicants who have lived overseas will be required to provide a criminal record check or certificate of good conduct from any c