Forensic and Criminal Investigations Level 3
BTEC Extended Diploma
If you are interested in pursuing a career in forensic science or criminology, then this is the course for you.
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Level 3
Attendance - Full-time
Duration - 2 years
Start date - September-June
Where - Huddersfield Centre
Course Overview
This course will teach you how to apply scientific principles to the law. Forensic scientists are given the task of collecting, preserving and analysing scientific evidence during the course of an investigation. This course focuses on the forensic aspects of biological, chemical and physical sciences alongside criminal investigations units, such as criminology. You will learn to develop practical and deductive reasoning skills.
Work experience is a mandatory part of the course and will enable you to gain the skills and knowledge of how science has evolved in the workplace. Your learning will be supported through trips allowing you to explore forensic science nationally and internationally across different public and private sectors.
This course combines practical and theoretical skills in criminal science, psychology and forensic analysis. Learning takes place in our fully-equipped labs that have state-of-the-art technologies. Weekly experiments may involve DNA testing, hair strand analysis or finger print dusting. Our science labs are fully fitted out to allow students to have the insight into a real Forensics lab.
This course has been designed to provide a highly specialist, work-related qualification to give you the knowledge, understanding and skills that you need to prepare for employment in the vocational sector and it is suitable for those who wish to go on to higher education.
This course will teach you how to apply scientific principles to the law. Forensic scientists are given the task of collecting, preserving and analysing scientific evidence during the course of an investigation. This course focuses on the forensic aspects of biological, chemical and physical sciences alongside criminal investigations units, such as criminology. You will learn to develop practical and deductive reasoning skills.
This course combines practical and theoretical skills in criminal science, psychology and forensic analysis. Learning takes place in our fully-equipped labs that have state-of-the-art technologies. Weekly experiments may involve DNA testing, hair strand analysis or finger print dusting. Our science labs are fully fitted out to allow students to have the insight into a real Forensics lab.
Work experience is a mandatory part of the course and will enable you to gain the skills and knowledge of how science has evolved in the workplace. Your learning will be supported through trips allowing you to explore forensic science nationally and internationally across different public and private sectors.
This course has been designed to provide a highly specialist, work-related qualification to give you the knowledge, understanding and skills that you need to prepare for employment in the vocational sector and it is suitable for those who wish to go on to higher education.
Core Skills Gained:
A minimum of 5 GCSEs with the following grades: English and maths at 4 or above and 3 other GCSEs at 4 or above including a science subject.
If you have an EHCP then please be aware that the college needs to have agreed, via the consultation period with your local authority, that we can meet the needs outlined in your EHCP before you can start on a course with us.
If you have an EHCP then please be aware that the college needs to have agreed, via the consultation period with your local authority, that we can meet the needs outlined in your EHCP before you can start on a course with us.
Higher Education including degrees in forensic science, criminology, psychology, forensic fire investigation
Apprenticeship Employment
Apprenticeship Employment
A science qualification can open up a range of different opportunities. You could work in a science lab, in the police force as part of a forensics team, science research or teaching.
You will be assessed with coursework, practical assessments and examinations.
Why work in the Sciences Industry?
Employment in Natural Sciences roles are down NAN% since 2021
Wide range of jobs in the Sciences Industry
Excellent choice of employers in the Sciences Industry
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