BSc (Hons) Criminology & Forensic Biology

The Criminology and Forensic Biology BSc (Hons) at the University of Chester is a unique interdisciplinary course that combines the study of crime and criminal behaviour with the detailed scientific principles of forensic biology. The course provides students with an understanding of criminal justice systems and legal aspects of forensic investigation alongside practical laboratory skills. Course Content: The Criminology and Forensic Biology course is designed to provide an an understanding of the nature of crime and society's reaction to it. Students study how to collect and analyse biological material that can be used in crime solving. They will learn to use a variety of methods and techniques to examine biological material including DNA profiling, blood pattern analysis and entomology. Key Modules: Some of the core modules within the course include Crime, Justice and Society, Policing and Society, Forensic Science in Court, Crime Scene Investigation, Cell Biology and Genetics, Human Genetics and Inheritance, Forensic Entomology, and Dissertation.Accreditations: This course is accredited by The Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences, providing students with recognition from a professional body in the field.Future Careers: Graduates of the Criminology and Forensic Biology BSc (Hons) degree can pursue a wide range of careers, including work in policing, probation service, prisons, and youth justice. The forensic biology side of the degree can lead to roles in forensic laboratories, researching crime detection methods, or even assisting in disaster victim identification.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.