BSc Forensic Science
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Sociology. Core topics include Data Analysis, Research Methods, and Critical & Analytical Thinking. The programme includes a guided independent research project in the final year and optional modules in later years. The programme is currently seeking recognition from The Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences.
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Entry requirements
112-120 points. Our offers are typically made using UCAS tariff points to allow you to include a range of level 3 qualifications and as a guide, the requirements for this course are equivalent to: A-Levels: BBC-BBB from 3 A Levels or equivalent grade combinations (e.g. BBB is comparable to ABC in terms of tariff points) A science A-level or equivalent at grade C or above. Biology or human biology are preferred, but other sciences are acceptable, including physical education and sport science. BTEC/CTEC: DMM from BTEC or Cambridge Technical (CTEC) qualifications. National Extended Certificate/ Foundation Diploma/ Technical Diploma/ Extended Diplomas in Applied Science. International Baccalaureate: To include a minimum of 2 Higher Level certificates at grade H4. To include a minimum of grade 5 in Standard or Higher level English and Maths and a minimum of grade 5 in a Higher level Science. T Level: Merit in a T Level in Health, Healthcare Science or Science Additionally, we accept tariff points achieved for many other qualifications, such as the Access to Higher Education Diploma, Scottish Highers, UAL Diploma/Extended Diploma and WJEC Applied Certificate/Diploma, to name a few. We also accept tariff points from smaller level 3 qualifications, up to a maximum of 32, from qualifications like the Extended Project (EP/EPQ), music or dance qualifications. To find out more about UCAS tariff points, including what your qualifications are worth, please visit UCAS . In addition to level 3 study, the following GCSE’s are required: GCSEs in Mathematics and English Language at grade 4 or C, or higher. Functional Skills at level 2 is accepted as an alternative, however Key Skills qualifications are not. If you hold another qualification, please get in touch and we will advise further
What students say
Based on about 8 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 73%
- Learning opportunities: 78%
- Assessment and feedback: 80%
- Academic support: 80%
- Organisation and management: 60%
- Learning resources: 73%
- Student voice: 77%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 95%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 39 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 72%
- Working and studying: 9%
- Further study: 5%
- Unemployed: 9%
Most common jobs
- Sales occupations: 16%
- Elementary occupations: 15%
- Administrative occupations: 15%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 12%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 6%
- Find their work meaningful: 60%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 50%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 35%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 150 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 3%
- East Midlands: 2%
- West Midlands: 1%
- East of England: 3%
- London: 8%
- South East: 71%
- South West: 9%
- Wales: 1%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 95%
- Access course: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Skills for Forensic Practitioners
- Fundamentals of Forensic Investigation
- Introduction to Forensic Evidence
- Analytical and Biochemistry
- Evidence Based Approaches to Forensics
- Crime Scene Investigation
- Advanced Forensic Chemical Analysis
- Independent Research Project
- Evidence Analysis and Interpretation
- Forensic Toxicology
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Forensic Science at University of Winchester earn?
The median salary is £26,000 after 15 months, £22,500 after 3 years, £26,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £21,000 and £31,500. The £26,500 median after five years is the same as the UK median for Sociology.
What do graduates of BSc Forensic Science at University of Winchester do next?
86% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Forensic Science at University of Winchester?
73% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Forensic Science at University of Winchester?
The typical offer is BBB at A level. The average entrant had 103 UCAS points.
How many students continue on BSc Forensic Science at University of Winchester?
95% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.