Course Summary
Course Category: PLC (Further Education - FET) - Apply directly to College
Forensic Science is defined as any science which is used as evidence in a court of law. This course in Applied Science - Forensics will provide participants with a broad knowledge of the core sciences and an understanding of the Irish legal system.
Course Details
This course prepares you for working in the following Career Sectors:
What will you study?
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Biology
Criminology
Word Processing
Chemistry
Laboratory Skills
Work Experience
Communications
Mathematics
Forensics
Criminal Law
Microbiology
Important
- Colleges may add/remove modules to keep the course updated and to meet demands.
- Almost all PLC courses have a Work Experience module, which requires students to find their own placement in an area directly related to their course.
Progression to CAO Courses
Higher Education Links Scheme (HELS)
This course leads to a QQI Major Award, and provides progression opportunities to a number of Higher Education courses, including those in the CAO.
To view CAO courses to which this award provides a possible progression route, click below:
| QQI Code |
| 5M3807 |
To calculate Points based on your QQI award results, use the PLC Points Calculator.
The Student - Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests:
Investigative
The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.
Further Research
National Statistics for this Award (All Ireland)
The following data provides general information about this Award from colleges across Ireland.
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Career Progression
This course in Applied Science - Forensics offers students a chance to sample two possible careers, science or legal studies. Graduates of this course have a strong foundation in the skills required to obtain positions in laboratories or other science related areas such as biotechnology, pharmaceutical science, chemical and biochemical engineering.