BSc (Hons) Chemistry with Forensic Investigation

The BSc (Hons) Chemistry with Forensic Investigation course offered by the University of Surrey integrates the detailed study of Chemistry with a wide range of forensic science theories and practices. The course allows students to delve excitingly and scientifically into the world of crime scene investigation.Course Content: During the first year, the course covers the essentials of forensic chemistry, including crime scene processing and law. In the second year, it provides a deeper understanding of inorganic and physical chemistry, organic reaction mechanisms, and spectroscopy; In addition, it deals in depth with a criminalistic approach to human identity. The final year includes topics such as statistical mechanics, quantum mechanics, thermodynamics, kinetic theory, and more.Key Modules: Some of the main modules include: 'Law for Forensic Scientists', 'Principles of Inorganic Chemistry', 'Principles of Organic Chemistry', 'Principles of Physical Chemistry', 'Crime Scene Processing', 'Forensic Archaeology and Anthropology', 'International Field Training', 'Forensic Analysis and Techniques', and the 'Forensic Chemistry Placement Year'.Accreditations: The UK’s professional body for chemical scientists, The Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC), accredits this course, ensuring it provides a solid grounding in all aspects of contemporary chemistry.Future Careers: This course provides the foundation for a range of career paths, not limited to forensic science. The in-depth understanding of chemical principles combined with a wider skillset in evidence gathering and analytical thinking primes scholars for roles within areas such as government laboratories, police forces, and private consultancy firms.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.