Biological and Forensic Sciences with foundation year

Combine the rich and diverse study of biology and the living world with the forensic challenge of using scientific analysis to explain or solve legal cases.

Our degree with foundation year could be the stepping stone you need to achieve your goals. The foundation year aims to prepare you for degree-level study and is a great way to build the confidence, skills and knowledge needed to succeed on your degree course.

The foundation year of this Coventry University degree will be delivered from our CU Coventry campus. Course delivery from year 1 of the degree onwards will be from the Coventry University campus.

Foundation Year
This year offers an introduction to the subject and helps you develop the necessary skills for degree-level study. In addition, you will also explore key skills such as research methods, scientific fundamentals and promotion techniques.

Degree
Embark on a journey of scientific discovery and stand out from the crowd with a combination of skills in biology and forensic science.


• Gain practical experience in DNA profiling, blood spatter analysis, fingerprinting and more, while developing your skills in bioinformatics and data analysis.



• Explore diverse topics from molecular biology to anthropology, with the opportunity to explore and develop your own specialism in a final year research project.



• Equip yourself with a broad perspective that employers value—develop expertise in a versatile skillset applicable to careers from laboratory-based research to crime scene investigation.



Why you should study this course
Foundation Year
Supports you to gain the academic skills required for degree-level study.
Provides a grounding in key areas of biosciences.

Degree
• Biology meets forensic science: combine the latest advanced biological science with practical forensic techniques, gaining a unique combination of skills that sets you apart in the job market.



• Real world learning: from mock crime scene investigations to simulated courtroom presentations, actively participate in hands-on laboratory sessions, mastering essential techniques and analysing biological evidence.



• Industry-relevant facilities: explore realistic crime scene simulation both indoors in our purpose-built houses and outdoors.



• Develop your search-and-recovery skills in our decomposition facility, analyse DNA in our super-lab and practice your courtroom presentation techniques in our mock courtroom.



• Hone key transferable skills: develop your critical thinking, teamwork, communication and professionalism.



• Diverse career paths await: prepare for a wide range of careers from traditional forensic roles to opportunities in biological research and industry, scientific writing, teaching and more.



Our award-winning Green Superlab
• With space for over 250 students and packed full of industry-standard equipment, the Coventry University Superlab is an amazing place to learn, experiment and discover. Find out what we’re doing in our Superlab to make it greener and reduce our waste and carbon emissions.


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Coventry University, part of Coventry University Group, is a modern, globally connected university with a mission to create better futures. Founded in 1843 through innovation and enterprise, they continue to work closely with industry to equip their graduates with the real-world skills and creative thinking they need to make a difference.

Coventry is also a Top 5 Student City in England (QS Best Student Cities Index 2026), and they guarantee accommodation if you apply through Clearing. With campuses across Coventry, London, Scarborough, Dagenham, and Greenwich, you can choose to study where it suits you best.

They're rated overall Gold in TEF 2023, recognising the quality of their teaching and student experience. From academic and wellbeing support to their Phoenix+ programme of employability activities and dedicated Success Coaches, they’re with you every step of the way.