BSc Geology (Geoforensics)

... United Kingdom
... Keele University

Course Overview

The knowledge gained on this course will help to prepare students for a variety of roles, from entry into the Police Service, a laboratory role with specialist skills in forensic trace evidence, crime scene forensic analysis to forensic search capabilities. You will acquire a wide range of transferable skills, including communication, decision-making and problem-solving skills, and the ability to research, evaluate and synthesize information from diverse sources. You will develop subject-specific skills, including the ability to collect and analyze crime scene forensic data and the ability to design and execute a forensic search. You might choose to work in criminal, environmental, or civil consultancies, in construction, or indeed in Police laboratories.

General Eligibility

The entry grades outlined in this section indicate the likely offer or range of offers that would be made to candidates along with any subject-specific requirements. This is for general information only. Keele University reserves the right to vary offer conditions depending upon a candidates application. Read more about our undergraduate entry requirements for United Kingdom, European Union, and International students.

Part Time Work Details

Language Requirement

  • IELTS at 7.0 overall with a minimum of 6.5 in each subcomponent or approved

Programme Information
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Course Category

Science


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Campus Name

Staffordshire


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Course Level

Undergraduate


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Duration

3


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Available Intake


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IELTS Score

6.5


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Tuition Fees Range

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Total Course Fee

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Total Course Fee

£ Home full-time: £1,350, International full-time: £16,500

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Entry Score

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Course Level

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Total Course Fee

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