BSc Forensic and Applied Biology
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Forensic and Applied Biology, a biology and forensic science degree exploring life processes alongside methods for crime scene investigation and evidence analysis. Core topics include Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, and Communication & Writing. Students may optionally undertake a year abroad as part of their studies. Year 1 establishes foundational knowledge through Introduction to Forensic Science, Skills for the Forensic Scientist, Cell Biology, Chemistry for the Life Sciences, and Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology. Year 2 builds on this with Project and Career Development, Crime Scene Investigation, Forensic Archaeology and Anthropology, Medical Forensic Science, and Molecular Genetics, alongside optional choices such as Work Experience in Biology, Microbiology, and Molecular Genetics and Conservation. Year 3 focuses on advanced practice through Research Project, Interpretation, Evaluation and Reporting of Evidence, Law and Order, and Forensic DNA Analysis, with further optional modules including Pharmacology, Genomics & Bioinformatics, Parasitology, The Biochemistry of Cancer, Extension Module in Biological Sciences, Sustainability in Public Health, and Organised Crime, Terrorism and Gangs.
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Entry requirements
UCAS tariff points: 96 - 104 A-level: CCC - must include A2 Biology and A2 another science, maths or statistics A-level: BCC - must include A2 Biology BTEC National Extended Diploma: MMM/DMM T-level: Pass (C or above)
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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: 100%
- Learning opportunities: 96%
- Assessment and feedback: 95%
- Academic support: 94%
- Organisation and management: 94%
- Learning resources: 94%
- Student voice: 98%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 10%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 100%
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.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Introduction to Forensic Science
- Skills for the Forensic Scientist
- Cell Biology
- Chemistry for the Life Sciences
- Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology
- Project and Career Development
- Crime Scene Investigation
- Forensic Archaeology and Anthropology
- Medical Forensic Science
- Molecular Genetics *
- Work Experience in Biology
- Microbiology
- Molecular Genetics and Conservation
- Optional modules offered by the Centre for Academic English and Skills/Institute of Education
- Research Project
- Interpretation, Evaluation and Reporting of Evidence
- Law and Order
- Forensic DNA Analysis
- Pharmacology
- Genomics & Bioinformatics
- Parasitology
- The Biochemistry of Cancer
- Extension Module in Biological Sciences
- Sustainability in Public Health
- Organised Crime, Terrorism and Gangs
Questions about this course
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Forensic and Applied Biology at University of Worcester?
100% 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 Applied Biology at University of Worcester?
The typical offer is CCC at A level. The average entrant had 113 UCAS points.
Is BSc Forensic and Applied Biology at University of Worcester 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 Applied Biology at University of Worcester include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Forensic and Applied Biology at University of Worcester?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.