Prospective students hooked on hit TV crime show CSI will be able to unravel their own mysteries thanks to a new course about to start at the University of Greenwich at Medway.

The university’s School of Science will be running a new BSc in Forensic Science & Criminology course from September based on the university’s campuses at Medway and Greenwich. Students will study in brand new laboratories in Medway while also spending time at the stunning Greenwich campus.

Also starting in September is a BSc in Sustainable Development, focussing on environmental sciences and their impact on climate, agriculture, building design and regeneration.

Students taking A-levels this year can apply for the courses through Clearing, on or after A-level results day, Thursday, August 14. Mature students, over the age of 21, and those with other qualifications, can apply now by calling 0800 005 006.

Dr John Newbery, Head of the School of Science says: “These courses are science-based but bring in other elements such as the law and the environment, which give them a broader appeal. Prospective students who may not have traditional science-based qualifications can apply for these courses.”

The School of Science, based at the Medway campus, is gearing up for a busy period ahead of
A-level results day. The school offers a range of courses, which students can apply for through the Clearing process.

Dr Newbery adds: “Medicine, for example, is a very competitive field of study and the grade requirements can be demanding. We have a lot of students who miss out on courses to study medicine elsewhere but come to us to take biomedical sciences.

“This qualification, which is recognised by the Institute of Biomedical Science, still allows them the opportunity for a career in vitally important areas within healthcare. We also like to hear from students who don’t have science A-levels or other qualifications but would like to pursue a science-based programme.

“Our foundation years cover a range of different areas and help students make an informed choice when they move onto a more specific field of study.

“My advice to anyone, who is going to enter the Clearing process, is to get along to an open day and find out more about what’s available.”

All of the university’s campuses – at Medway, Greenwich and Avery Hill – will be staging open days where people can find out more about courses on offer. These take place on Saturday, August 16 from 10am to 3pm, Thursday, August 21 from 2pm to 8pm and Saturday, September 13, from 10am to 3pm.

Throughout August, prospective students can also contact the School of Science directly on
020 8 331 9800 to speak to someone about courses or arrange a tour of the facilities.

A free Clearing telephone hotline is now open on 0800 005 006. Advisers will also be on hand on Thursday, August 14, to help A-level students, who have received their results as well as others who are interested in starting a course this September.