BSc (Hons) Crime and Investigative Studies (with Placement) in Cambridge United Kingdom | Anglia Ruskin University

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 procedures. Recognized by the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences, the UK's premier professional organization for forensic experts, 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 agencies, gaining firsthand experience in workplace problem-solving. Access state-of-the-art facilities including our crime scene simulation areas and cutting-edge SuperLab within our £45 million Science Centre. Work with professional-grade equipment like 360-degree imaging systems and advanced forensic technologies.

Our curriculum integrates crime scene investigation techniques with ISO standards alongside complementary subjects like policing strategies, criminal intelligence, and legal frameworks. Learn from instructors with direct field experience as they teach forensic methodologies, law enforcement procedures, and meticulous crime scene protocols. The program emphasizes practical applications in criminal investigations and their real-world implications. Examine diverse criminal cases—from property crimes to homicides—and study investigative approaches used by police departments, including collaboration with emergency services like fire and rescue teams.

Acquire practical experience through internships, fieldwork placements, and specialized excursions, opening career pathways in criminal justice, forensic analysis, arson investigation, financial crimes, law enforcement, and victim advocacy services. Beyond learning from our expert faculty, you'll attend presentations by professionals from various agencies including Essex Police, Northamptonshire Police, the Tri-Force CSI unit, Metropolitan Police, and the National Crime Agency. Enhance your professional understanding through visits to judicial institutions like Crown Courts and other relevant field locations.