BSc Biological and Forensic Sciences
About this course
BSc in Biological and Forensic Sciences, a biological and forensic sciences degree centred on the investigation of biological systems, genetics, and crime scene analysis. Core topics include Computer Architecture, Research Methods, and Critical & Analytical Thinking. Students can choose to undertake an optional placement year or an optional year abroad. The first year covers the foundations through Introduction to Biomolecules and Biochemistry, Cells to Systems – 30 credits, and Genetics and Molecular Biology – 30 credits. The second year focuses on advanced methods through The Gut Brain Axis: Microbes, Mood and Mind – 30 credits, Human Genetic Diversity – 30 credits, and Crime Scene Examination. The final year includes Crime Scene to Courtroom, Research Project – 30 credits, and Cancer Genomics and Personalised Therapy, culminating in an independent research project.
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Entry requirements
A level: BBC to include Biology. Excludes General Studies. IB: 30 points to include a minimum of 5 points in Biology at Higher Level.
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What students say
Based on about 14 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 92%
- Learning opportunities: 81%
- Assessment and feedback: 73%
- Academic support: 87%
- Organisation and management: 74%
- Learning resources: 69%
- Student voice: 70%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 80%
- Left higher education: 20%
What graduates do next
Based on about 8 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 70%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 15%
Most common jobs
- Skilled trades occupations: 20%
- Natural and social science professionals: 20%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 10%
- Sales occupations: 10%
- Other Health Professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 80%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 65%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 50%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 65 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 3%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 2%
- East Midlands: 8%
- West Midlands: 48%
- East of England: 10%
- London: 12%
- South East: 14%
- South West: 5%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 95%
- A degree: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Introduction to Biomolecules and Biochemistry
- Cells to Systems – 30 credits
- Genetics and Molecular Biology – 30 credits
- Foundations of Forensic Science – 30 credits
- The Gut Brain Axis: Microbes, Mood and Mind – 30 credits
- Human Genetic Diversity – 30 credits
- Crime Scene Examination
- Digital Forensic Science – 30 credits
- Crime Scene to Courtroom
- Research Project – 30 credits
- Cancer Genomics and Personalised Therapy
- Forensic Futures – Contemporary and Global Issues
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Biological and Forensic Sciences at Coventry University earn?
The median salary is £28,500 after 15 months, £22,000 after 3 years, £26,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £20,500 and £30,500. The £26,500 median after five years is £8,000 less than the UK median for Biosciences.
What do graduates of BSc Biological and Forensic Sciences at Coventry University 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 Biological and Forensic Sciences at Coventry University?
92% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Biological and Forensic Sciences at Coventry University?
The typical offer is BBC at A level, or 30 points in the IB. The average entrant had 123 UCAS points.
Does BSc Biological and Forensic Sciences at Coventry University include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year and an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Biological and Forensic Sciences at Coventry University?
80% of students continued into their second year, and 20% left higher education.