Criminology & Forensic Investigation

University Centre South Essex

Aimed at those looking to progress to a career in criminology forensic investigation or investigative policing, Criminology & Forensic Investigation BSc (Hons) will enable you to understand the core causes of criminal behaviour and the principles of crime scene investigation.Why study this degree at University Centre South Essex?- You will be taught by tutors with industry experience- You will receive industry-related work experience- The course allows you to pursue a number of career and further education pathsThis course is underpinned by the four key distinct disciplinary strands of Forensic Investigation Criminology Criminal Justice and Work Related Skills/Experience. These four strands enable you to analyse contemporary issues from a range of multidisciplinary perspectives providing essential transferable skills for employment.In addition the course provides you with a well-rounded knowledge base application and experience of work-re- lated skills for progression onto higher level educational courses or to relevant industry employment.ant industry employment.The course operates on a modular basis, all of which are compulsory. You will take 120 credits each year. In Year 1 you will take 3 modules weighted at 20 credits and two modules weighted at 30 credits. In Year 2, you will take 6 modules weighted at 20 credits each. In Year 3, the Dissertation is weighted at 40 credits and you will take 4 modules at 20 credits.

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