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Forensic Science and Criminal Investigation College Courses

Interested in a career using your scientific and investigative knowhow?


Our Forensic Science and Criminal Investigation course opens up fascinating career opportunities, ranging from biomedical and environmental sciences to a breadth of roles within the criminal justice system.

The course explores a range of scientific and investigative disciplines, including biology, chemistry, physics and social sciences, combining theoretical learning with practical work.

It will provide you with a range of transferable knowledge and skills, which will give you a solid base for higher-level study or employment.

Specialist science course

Study the Level 3 Forensic Science course at Bishop Burton College and you’ll learn from expert tutors in dedicated laboratories, as well as our purpose-built STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) Centre.

The course will broaden your scientific knowledge and skills, allowing you to experience a broad range of vocational disciplines such as microbiology, genetics, anthropology and key elements of the criminal justice system, giving you a real feel for the sector and allowing you to develop specialist skills linked to working in specific areas of industry.

Careers focused

By studying a course in Forensic Science and Criminal Investigation, you'll open up a range of careers opportunities, including:

  • Biomedical Scientist
  • Environmental Scientist
  • Forensic Scientist
  • Law
  • Criminology
  • Psychology
  • Forensic Anthropology
  • Climate Change Analyst
  • Scenes of Crime Officer
  • Forensics Officer
  • Police Officer

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