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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: F125
Forensic Science
University of South WalesPontypridd, Wales
4 yearsDuration
£16,200Per Year (Intl)
£26,500Avg. Graduate Salary
88%Satisfaction
Course Overview
Offered by University of South Wales, the BSc (Hons) Forensic Science provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in physical sciences. Based in Pontypridd, Wales, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. Would you like to perform a crucial role in the investigation of crime and legal scenarios? Accredited by The Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences, USW’s Forensic Science degree provides the highly practical application of a range of sciences in the context of criminal and civil law. You’ll gain knowledge and skills from the fields of chemistry, biology and other sciences, with a focus on how they are applied in crime scene science and criminal investigation. International tuition fees are £16,200 per year, home/UK fees are £9,790 per year, and 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
Forensic Chemistry and Analysis
Crime Scene Investigation and Evidence Collection
Forensic Biology and DNA Analysis
Forensic Toxicology and Drug Analysis
Forensic Anthropology and Human Identification
Fire Investigation and Arson Analysis
Legal Aspects of Forensic Science
Forensic Science Research Methods and Project
UCAS Code:F125
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | BCC to include Chemistry or Biology but to exclude General Studies |
| UCAS Points | 104 |
🗣️ 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
£16,200
per year
Total Course Cost (4 years)£64,800
Home Student Fee
£9,790
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Full-time fees are per year. Part-time fees are per 20 credits
📊 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
83%
Overall
Teaching on my course
88%Learning opportunities
77%Assessment and feedback
76%Academic support
87%Organisation and management
66%Learning resources
95%Student voice
89%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
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