Forensic Science with Foundation Year at Greenwich puts practical evidence work at its centre. Facilities named in the university's course information include a crime-scene house with a vehicle examination area, decomposition and entomology resources, and a mock mortuary for Disaster Victim Identification exercises. Staff with casework backgrounds and links with police and fire partners are also mentioned, as is Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences accreditation. Unlike the sister course that adds criminology, this BSc (Hons) stays purely on the science. You begin with a preparatory year, then move into the degree. Teaching is weekday and full-time in London, and the next start date is January 2027. Year Zero asks for five GCSEs at grades A*–C, though applications are judged one by one. Lab assistants and police staff are typical applicants. AF Education helps England-resident UK home students with Student Finance England for free.
Key facts
- Award / level
- BSc (Hons) (Bachelors)
- Study mode
- Full time
- Schedule options
- Weekday
- Location
- At the Greenwich campus in London
- Upcoming intake
- January 2027
- Foundation year
- Yes — included in this course title
- Awarding university
- University of Greenwich International College
- Partner pathway
- OIEG
Who this course is for
This suits mature students and career changers who want BSc (Hons) Forensic Science but need a foundation year before degree-level study.
Entry routes for mature students
Year Zero entry is five GCSEs at grades A*–C, with each application assessed individually. AF Education will confirm the evidence you need.
Funding with Student Finance England
AF Education is a free service for England-resident UK home students — not international applicants. For eligible courses, a Tuition Fee Loan is paid directly to the university and a Maintenance Loan is paid to you for living costs. Eligibility depends on residency and previous study; use our free eligibility checker before you apply. For most courses starting on or after 1 January 2027, you apply through Student Finance England’s new Lifelong Learning Entitlement (LLE) service.
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How often you study
Full-time weekday study is listed in London. Most courses AF Education supports need 1 to 2 campus days a week, usually about 2 to 4 hours a day, so many students keep working. Your exact timetable is confirmed before you enrol.
Career and progression
AF Education does not guarantee jobs or progression. The degree aims to build knowledge and transferable skills valued across related roles.
Course overview from University of Greenwich International College
About BSc (Hons) Forensic Science with Foundation Year
The BSc (Hons) Forensic Science with Foundation Year is listed through the University of Greenwich International College pathway for eligible UK students seeking a funded undergraduate start focused on forensic science practice. It is a full-time weekday bachelor's with an integrated foundation year before the main forensic stages, framed here for UK home applicants.
Existing course notes describe hands-on learning in a crime-scene facility with vehicle examination space, modern labs, decomposition and entomology resources, and a mock mortuary for Disaster Victim Identification practice. Teaching themes reference industry-experienced staff and collaboration with policing, fire, and specialist partners, with Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences accreditation noted.
Compared with the Forensic Science with Criminology with Foundation Year sibling, this page is the forensic-science-focused award without the combined criminology label. It can suit mature STEM returners, career changers exploring laboratory or investigative-support pathways, and applicants who need foundation entry.
AF Education can help you compare Greenwich-linked forensic foundation options, clarify Student Finance England eligibility where it may apply, and outline honest next application steps. Compare related courses carefully so you apply to the award level, study mode, and timetable that match your prior learning and weekly commitments as a UK applicant.
How this course differs
This page is BSc (Hons) Forensic Science with Foundation Year at University of Greenwich International College: Bachelors, with a foundation year, Full Time (Weekday), at Greenwich (London). Other versions with the same title are listed below so you can pick the right one.
| Course | University | Level | Foundation year | Mode | Campus |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BSc (Hons) Forensic Science with Foundation Year this page | University of Greenwich International College (Partner: OIEG) | Bachelors | Yes | Full Time · Weekday | Greenwich (London) |
| BSc Forensic Science with Foundation Year | University of Bradford International College (Partner: OIEG) | Bachelors | Yes | Full Time · Weekday | Bradford |
BSc (Hons) Forensic Science with Foundation Year is available at London. Campus details and map links are below.
Available Campuses for BSc (Hons) Forensic Science with Foundation Year
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Greenwich
Bounty House, Creek Road, Greenwich, SE8 3DE
View on Google mapsUpcoming intake Jan 2027
Campus locations on the map
Entry Requirements for University of Greenwich International College
These requirements are indicative only and subject to change. Each application is dealt with on an individual basis. Year Zero (foundation year) Five GCSEs at grades A*–C Year One 80 UCAS points…
How AF Education helps
AF Education support is 100% free for students. We help you check eligibility, choose a suitable course and campus, prepare documents, and submit your application — with clear next steps for Student Finance England where relevant.
FAQs about this course
Is a foundation year included?
Yes. This course includes a foundation year before the main degree stages.
How is the course delivered?
The schedule is Weekday (Full time).
Can mature students apply?
Yes. Mature applicants are often considered through work-experience routes with a CV, references and an interview where required.
Can I get Student Finance England for this course?
AF Education gives England-resident UK home students (not international applicants) free help applying for Student Finance England on eligible courses. Check your eligibility free before you apply.
Is student finance different for a January 2027 start?
Yes.
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