Bachelor of Science [B.S] [Forensic Science] From London South Bank University

Why Forensic Science (Hons) at London South Bank University?

• Great teaching: Staff members are experts in their respective fields - and rated by students as - No.1 university in London for Teaching in Forensic Science (National Students Survey).
• Accredited by The Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences.
• No.2 London modern university for research quality in Forensic Science (Complete University Guide League Table).
• Close professional links with police and fire services, who regularly provide guest lecturers.
• Our specialised facilities have an extensive range of analytical instrumentation dedicated to forensic science students.

Employability

Forensic science is used to settle an increasing number of criminal cases Ð making sure law courts have accurate information to determine an outcome of guilty or not guilty. Forensic scientists mix biology, chemistry and maths to obtain and analyse evidence from a variety of sources. These include: blood and other body fluids, hair, textile fibres, glass fragments and vehicle tyre marks.

Many independent forensic laboratories provide services to the criminal justice system.Ê At LSBU, we offer a whole range of transferable skills to enable careers in forensics and other scientific disciplines.

Scientific journalism, the pharmaceutical industry, environmental monitoring, laboratory-based employment and accident investigation are all popular destinations for forensic science graduates.