Forensic Science with Foundation Year
University of West LondonCourse Overview
Offered by University of West London, the BSc (Hons) Forensic Science with Foundation Year provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in physical sciences. Based in London, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. Would you like to develop your knowledge of biological and chemical sciences to support crime scene investigations? Technological advances in crime detection are increasing the demand for qualified experts and this course will prepare you to start an exciting career as a sought-after forensic scientist. From studying this BSc (Hons) Forensic Science course, you will learn how to investigate a crime scene from the perspective of the forensic crime scene examiner and expert witness. A minimum ielts score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 99% student satisfaction rating, and a 90% continuation rate.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | CD |
| UCAS Points | 56 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 51 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£16,750
per year
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.
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official LEO data (HMRC tax records)
💰 Graduate Salaries — University of West London
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 years | £18,500 | £22,500 | £29,500 |
| 5 years | £21,500 | £26,000 | £30,500 |
UK subject average: £25,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
Salary trend: ↑ up £3,500 from year 3 to year 5
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
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Student Satisfaction
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Overall
National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Source: Subject-level average for this provider
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About University of West London
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