Forensic Biology

About this course

Forensic biology applies the principles and techniques of the biological sciences to the investigation of crime and other legal matters. The discipline draws on genetics, microbiology, ecology, entomology, botany, and cell biology to analyse biological evidence found at crime scenes, from blood, hair, and saliva to insects, pollen, and plant material. As DNA analysis and other biological techniques have become central to criminal investigation, the demand for people with both rigorous scientific training and an understanding of how evidence is used in legal contexts has grown significantly. At the University of Chester, this three-year, full-time programme develops your scientific knowledge alongside the forensic and legal context in which that knowledge is applied. You will study genetics and molecular biology, developing skills in DNA extraction, profiling, and interpretation. You wil

Where its graduates go

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