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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: F556
Forensic Science (with Foundation Year)
University of LancashirePreston, England
4 yearsDuration
£17,325Per Year (Intl)
£25,500Avg. Graduate Salary
98%Satisfaction
Course Overview
Pursue your ambitions in physical sciences with the BSc (Hons) Forensic Science (with Foundation Year) at University of Lancashire. Based in Preston, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. Course Overview On our Forensic Science with Foundation Year course you’ll get a grounding in the kinds of skills you’ll need if you want to become a forensic scientist or a crime scene investigator. Why study with us - The foundation year provides you with an interesting and stimulating grounding in science gaining key practical skills in our modern, spacious and well-equipped laboratory facilities. You’ll build your confidence and become an independent learner. International tuition fees are £17,325 per year, home/UK fees are £9,535 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 98% student satisfaction rating, and 75% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Foundation Chemistry
Foundation Biology
Foundation Physics
Crime Scene Investigation and Evidence Recovery
Forensic Biology and DNA Analysis
Forensic Chemistry and Toxicology
Professional Practice in Forensic Science
Forensic Casework and Reporting
UCAS Code:F556
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| UCAS Points | 64 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 61 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£17,325
per year
Total Course Cost (4 years)£69,300
Home Student Fee
£9,535
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 HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Lancashire
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £22,000 | £25,500 | £27,000 |
| 3 years | £17,000 | £21,000 | £25,500 |
| 5 years | £20,000 | £25,000 | £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
£25,000
UK average
£25,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £4,000 from year 3 to year 5
Indicative Data
Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH07-04-02 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
65%Working
10%Studying
8%Work & Study
8%Seeking Work
52%Professional Jobs
Indicative Data
Graduate employment outcomes are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH07-04-02 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.
Student Satisfaction
Course-level dataNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
95%
Overall
Teaching on my course
98%Learning opportunities
96%Assessment and feedback
93%Academic support
94%Organisation and management
96%Learning resources
96%Student voice
93%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
87%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Official Data
Source: This specific course at this provider
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About University of Lancashire
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