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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: FF4F
Forensic Investigation (Including Foundation Year)
University of South WalesPontypridd, Wales
4 yearsDuration
£17,900Per Year (Intl)
£26,500Avg. Graduate Salary
82%Satisfaction
Course Overview
The BSc (Hons) Forensic Investigation (Including Foundation Year) at University of South Wales is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about understanding the physical world. Based in Pontypridd, Wales, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. Designed to prepare you for real-world investigation, this professionally accredited degree places you in industry-standard labs and immersive crime scene facilities, guided by experienced practitioners so you graduate confident, credible, and ready for professional forensic practice. You’ll build a strong understanding of the criminal justice system and the laws that shape it. You’ll learn how evidence is examined and challenged, developing the skills to think clearly, question assumptions, and make responsible decisions in real situations, with science used as a practical tool along the way. A minimum ielts score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 100% student satisfaction rating, and 75% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Foundation Chemistry and Physics
Criminal Justice and the Law
Crime Scene Investigation and Evidence Collection
Forensic Biology and DNA Analysis
Forensic Chemistry and Toxicology
Digital Forensics and Cybercrime Investigation
Professional Practice and Case Studies
Research Methods and Forensic Report Writing
UCAS Code:FF4F
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | DD |
| UCAS Points | 48 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 59 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£17,900
per year
Total Course Cost (4 years)£71,600
Home Student Fee
£11,060
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 South Wales
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £23,000 | £26,500 | £27,500 |
| 3 years | £19,000 | £23,500 | £27,500 |
| 5 years | £24,000 | £28,500 | £33,000 |
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▼ Close to UK average salary
This course
£23,500
UK average
£25,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ 14% above UK average salary
This course
£28,500
UK average
£25,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £5,000 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
68%
Overall
Teaching on my course
82%Learning opportunities
74%Assessment and feedback
63%Academic support
71%Organisation and management
34%Learning resources
85%Student voice
65%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
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About University of South Wales
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