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Free BTEC Level 3 Forensic Investigation Course in Wickford – Beauchamps High School

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free BTEC Level 3 Forensic Investigation Course in Wickford. Classes run at Beauchamps High School, full-time during the day. This level 3 btec forensic investigation course is free to school age students and takes one year to complete. You'll study the principles of investigative science, practical scientific procedures, forensic fire investigation, and forensic traffic collision investigation. The course is equivalent to 1.5 A levels, so you'll need to choose two additional A level or BTEC subjects alongside it. Check the sixth form prospectus for entry requirements.

Who this course is for

Equivalent to 1.5 A levels this qualification will appeal to students who are interested in the principles and applications of investigative science, practical scientific procedures, investigative skills, forensics in practice, forensic fire investigation and forensic traffic collision investigation

Students undertaking this course should select two additional subjects at A Level or BTEC.

Entry requirements

See sixth form prospectus

Students undertaking this course should select two additional subjects at A Level or BTEC.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore the principles and applications of investigative science.
  • You'll develop practical scientific procedures used in forensic contexts.
  • You'll build investigative skills applied to real forensic scenarios.
  • You'll study forensics in practice, including how evidence is gathered and analysed.
  • You'll examine forensic fire investigation techniques and methods.
  • You'll learn about forensic traffic collision investigation.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Beauchamps High School. The Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Foundation Diploma uses a combination of internally assessed assignments and externally assessed units. You'll complete coursework, practical tasks, and written assessments throughout the year. Because this is a BTEC qualification, a significant part of your grade comes from ongoing assignments rather than a single final exam.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Beauchamps High School will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Forensic science technician: supports evidence collection and lab analysis
  • Crime scene investigator: works with police to examine and record scenes
  • Laboratory analyst: tests samples in scientific or forensic labs
  • Police officer: forensic knowledge supports investigative roles
  • Forensic photographer: documents crime scenes and evidence visually
  • Fire investigator: determines cause and origin of fires

What you could study next

  • Level 3 A levels in Chemistry, Biology, or Psychology: strengthen your science foundation for university entry.
  • BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Applied Science: a broader science qualification that opens further higher education routes.
  • Degree in Forensic Science or Criminology: the typical next step for careers in forensic investigation or criminal justice.
  • Degree in Law: relevant if you want to move into the legal side of criminal investigation.
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