BSc Forensic and Analytical Science
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Forensic and Analytical Science, a forensic science degree centred on the examination of biological, chemical, and physical evidence for criminal investigations. This four-year undergraduate course includes an optional placement year.
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Entry requirements
A level: BCC to include Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry or Physics. Chemistry, English and Maths are required at GCSE grade 4/C or above if not held at A Level IB: 27 to include Higher Level Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry or Physics at grade 4. Chemistry, English and Maths are required at a minimum of Standard Level grade 4 if not held at Higher Level SQA Highers: BBBC to include Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry or Physics at Grade C. Chemistry, English and Maths are required at National 5 Grade B or above if not held at Higher SQA Advanced Highers: CC at Advanced Higher in Chemistry plus Higher BB (4 subjects). English and Maths are required at National 5 grade C or above if not held at Higher Irish Leaving Certificate Higher: H2H3H3H3 to include Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry or Physics. Chemistry, English and Maths are required at grade O2 or above if not held at Higher
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What students say
Based on about 10 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 98%
- Learning opportunities: 100%
- Assessment and feedback: 98%
- Academic support: 100%
- Organisation and management: 100%
- Learning resources: 97%
- Student voice: 100%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 85%
- Gained a higher qualification: 5%
- Left higher education: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 5 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 65%
- Working and studying: 15%
- Further study: 15%
Most common jobs
- Natural and social science professionals: 25%
- Sales occupations: 15%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 10%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 10%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 70%
- 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 40 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- Scotland: 95%
Who gets in
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 60%
- Other HE qualification: 35%
- No formal qualifications: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- The Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences provides an accreditation system for both undergraduate and postgraduate courses in forensic science and related topics. Accreditation is given provided the course content meets with the Society's component standards which provide a quality endorsement of the course.
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Forensic and Analytical Science at Robert Gordon University earn?
The median salary is £25,500 after 15 months, £26,000 after 3 years, £27,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £24,000 and £36,000. The £27,000 median after five years is the same as the UK median for Forensic and archaeological sciences.
What do graduates of BSc Forensic and Analytical Science at Robert Gordon University do next?
100% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Forensic and Analytical Science at Robert Gordon University?
98% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Forensic and Analytical Science at Robert Gordon University?
The typical offer is BCC at A level. The average entrant had 154 UCAS points.
Is BSc Forensic and Analytical Science at Robert Gordon University accredited?
Yes. The Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences provides an accreditation system for both undergraduate and postgraduate courses in forensic science and related topics. Accreditation is given provided the course content meets with the Society's component standards which provide a quality endorsement of the course.
Does BSc Forensic and Analytical Science at Robert Gordon University include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year.
How many students continue on BSc Forensic and Analytical Science at Robert Gordon University?
85% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.