BSc Forensic Biology
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Forensic Biology, a biology degree focusing on biological sciences and forensic investigation techniques. Core topics include Statistics, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, Fieldwork, Project Management, Communication & Writing, Critical & Analytical Thinking, and Global & Comparative Perspective. The course is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology. The first year covers foundational topics through compulsory modules such as Science of Life, Exploring and Researching Life Sciences, and Forensic Investigations. The second year develops core competencies via Molecular Biology, Biology of Disease, and Crime Scene to Court. The final year involves advanced study through Forensic Applications, Pharmacology and Toxicology, Investigative Forensics, and a Natural Sciences Dissertation. Optional modules in the final year include Biotechnology and Digital Crime - Investigation and Intelligence.
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Entry requirements
UCAS points: 112 A level: Typical offer – BCC-BBC; must include Biology IB: 28 points, including 5 in HL Biology
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What students say
Based on about 13 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 71%
- Learning opportunities: 64%
- Assessment and feedback: 64%
- Academic support: 64%
- Organisation and management: 43%
- Learning resources: 88%
- Student voice: 36%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 95%
- Left higher education: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 16 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 60%
- Working and studying: 5%
- Further study: 20%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 25%
- Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation: 15%
- Natural and social science professionals: 10%
- Teaching Professionals: 10%
- Caring personal services: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 95%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 85%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 70%
Who gets in
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 90%
- Access course: 10%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Introduction to Scientific Principles
- Contemporary Biological Principles
- Applications in Science
- Science of Life
- Exploring and Researching Life Sciences
- Forensic Investigations
- Project Based Learning in Biosciences
- Molecular Biology
- Biology of Disease
- Crime Scene to Court
- Work Placement - Natural Sciences
- Experiential Learning - Natural Sciences
- Upper Intermediate Language Development and Global Employability
- Advanced Language Development and Global Sustainability
- Post Beginner Language Development and Global Cultures
- Experiential Overseas Learning
- Developing Intercultural Literacy and Cross-Cultural Skills
- Industry Placement Year
- Study Abroad Immersive Year
- Forensic Applications
- Pharmacology and Toxicology
- Investigative Forensics
- Natural Sciences Dissertation
- Biotechnology
- Digital Crime - Investigation and Intelligence
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Forensic Biology at University of Chester earn?
The median salary is £25,000 after 15 months. After fifteen months the middle half of graduates earn between £24,000 and £31,000. The £25,000 median after fifteen months is £1,000 less than the UK median for Forensic and archaeological sciences.
What do graduates of BSc Forensic Biology at University of Chester do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Forensic Biology at University of Chester?
71% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Forensic Biology at University of Chester?
The typical offer is BCC at A level, or 28 points in the IB. The average entrant had 114 UCAS points.
Does BSc Forensic Biology at University of Chester include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Forensic Biology at University of Chester?
95% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.