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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: MF94
Criminology and Forensic Science
Northumbria University, NewcastleNewcastle upon Tyne, England
3 yearsDuration
£19,850Per Year (Intl)
£9,790Home Fee
77%Satisfaction
Course Overview
Pursue your ambitions in social sciences with the BSc (Hons) Criminology and Forensic Science at Northumbria University, Newcastle. Based in Newcastle upon Tyne, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time structure. Combining theory with evidence. Our Criminology and Forensic Science degree is taught by research-active criminologists and experienced former forensic practitioners and will give you an insight into the study of crime and its investigation within the criminal justice system. The course has two distinct themes – the criminological theme covers the theory of crime, how society is policed and the issues and alternatives to custodial sentencing. The forensic science theme addresses the scientific theory and practical techniques that are used in crime scene examination and the laboratory to... A minimum ielts score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 77% student satisfaction rating, a 82% continuation rate, and 84% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Criminological Theory and the Study of Crime
Policing and Criminal Justice Systems
Forensic Chemistry and Analysis
Crime Scene Investigation and Evidence Collection
DNA Analysis and Biological Evidence
Sentencing
Punishment and Alternatives to Custody
Forensic Biology and Trace Evidence
Research Methods and Professional Practice
UCAS Code:MF94
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| UCAS Points | 96 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 64 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£19,850
per year
Total Course Cost (3 years)£59,550
Home Student Fee
£9,790
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official LEO data (HMRC tax records)
💰 Graduate Salaries — Northumbria University, Newcastle
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 years | £17,500 | £21,000 | £25,000 |
| 5 years | £21,500 | £25,500 | £30,500 |
UK subject average: £25,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation▼ 16% below UK average salary
This course
£21,000
UK average
£25,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ Close to UK average salary
This course
£25,500
UK average
£25,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £4,500 from year 3 to year 5
Indicative Data
Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH15-01-02 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
82%Working
2%Studying
8%Work & Study
3%Seeking Work
64%Professional Jobs
Official Data
Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
Student Satisfaction
Course-level dataNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
73%
Overall
Teaching on my course
77%Learning opportunities
78%Assessment and feedback
65%Academic support
69%Organisation and management
78%Learning resources
89%Student voice
56%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
82%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Official Data
Source: This specific course at this provider
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About Northumbria University, Newcastle
Northumbria University, Newcastle offers Criminology and Forensic Science as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.
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