Cambridge,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BSc (Hons) Crime and Investigative Studies (with Foundation Year) in Cambridge United Kingdom | Anglia Ruskin University
Anglia Ruskin University
|
Cambridge United Kingdom
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
16,700
(c. USD22,347.11)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
Immerse yourself in the dynamic field of criminal investigation and forensic science. Our Cambridge-based program offers comprehensive training in forensic techniques, crime scene analysis, law enforcement, and legal studies. Recognized by the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences, the UK's premier professional body for forensic experts worldwide, this course equips you with vital skills for a successful career in criminal justice. Participate in practical learning through Live Briefs with regional police departments and partner organizations, gaining firsthand experience in workplace problem-solving. Utilize cutting-edge facilities including our 45m Science Centre with its exceptional crime scene labs and SuperLab. Work with professional-grade equipment like 360-degree imaging systems and advanced technological tools.
Our curriculum integrates crime scene investigation techniques with ISO standards alongside related disciplines including law enforcement, criminal intelligence, and legal studies. Learn from instructors with direct field experience about forensic science, policing procedures, legal frameworks, and meticulous crime scene protocols. We'll guide you through the practical realities of criminal cases and their impact on daily investigations. Examine various offenses - from property crimes to homicides - and discover investigative methods used by police, along with contributions from agencies like fire and rescue services.
Acquire practical experience through internships, work placements, and educational excursions, opening doors to careers in criminal justice, forensic analysis, arson investigation, financial crimes, law enforcement, and victim services. Beyond learning from our expert faculty, you'll attend specialized lectures by professionals from multiple police agencies including Essex Police, Northamptonshire Police, the Tri-Force CSI unit, Metropolitan Police, and the National Crime Agency. Enhance your understanding of the justice system through visits to Crown Courts and other relevant field locations.
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Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 5.5
Qualification Requirements
5 GCSEs at grade D, or grade 3, or above and evidence of two years post-GCSE study at Level 3.
If you have achieved at least grade E in one A level, or equivalent, you are exempt from the two years post-GCSE study requirement, but you still must meet the GCSE requirements.
Applicants who do not meet the two years post GCSE study at level 3 may be considered based on their satisfactory employment history, which must be a minimum of two years full time employment supported by employer evidence and deemed appropriate by the University for meeting the course of study applied for.
If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 5.5 (Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University.
If you have achieved at least grade E in one A level, or equivalent, you are exempt from the two years post-GCSE study requirement, but you still must meet the GCSE requirements.
Applicants who do not meet the two years post GCSE study at level 3 may be considered based on their satisfactory employment history, which must be a minimum of two years full time employment supported by employer evidence and deemed appropriate by the University for meeting the course of study applied for.
If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 5.5 (Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University.
Tuition
GBP
16,700