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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    Pontypridd

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    22-SEP-25

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

Would you like to perform a crucial role in the investigation of crime and legal scenarios? Accredited by The Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences, USW’s Forensic Science degree provides the highly practical application of a range of sciences in the context of criminal and civil law.You’ll gain knowledge and skills from the fields of chemistry, biology and other sciences, with a focus on how they are applied in crime scene science and criminal investigation.The Forensic Science course has a strong focus on employability and you’ll study the entire process from crime scene to court. You will be trained in standard practices and techniques used in crime scene investigation, as well as laboratory analysis of evidence and its interpretation.You’ll study specialist branches of forensic science, including anthropology, fire investigation and toxicology. Our Forensic Science course has a very strong scientific base, which means you’ll be employable in a number of scientific sectors. Our Forensic Science courses are based at our Glyntaff campus. USW Glyntaff is surrounded by green open spaces. Our students say they love the relaxed atmosphere and beautiful views.Home to our health, nursing, police, sport and science students, Glyntaff has state-of-the-art facilities including the latest science laboratories and a Crime Scene House for forensic investigation. You will also find a library, two cafes and a free regular shuttle bus to USW Treforest.

Application deadline

29 January

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 12,600per year

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University information

University of South Wales

University of South Wales

  • University League Table

    95th

  • Campus address

    University of South Wales, Llantwit Road, Treforest, Pontypridd, Rhondda, Cynon, Taff, CF37 1DL, Wales

Take advantage of USW's free taxi and meet-and-greet services from Cardiff and Heathrow airports. USW wants your journey to campus to be as easy as possible.
South Wales has the perfect blend of city, coast and countryside to explore. Join USW’s vibrant community of international students from across the world.
USW focuses on employability – choose from 500+ courses, some with guaranteed work placements and many leading to professional certification.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    30th out of 36

  • Entry standards

    / Max 206
    129 63%

    20th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    62.0 62%

    25th

    3
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.68 67%

    34th

    2

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