Science

Level 1 - Introduction to Pharmaceutical and Forensic Science

  • Academic Year: 26/27
  • Adult
  • Chester Campus
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Short Course

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The Course

This short course introduces you to the basic principles of pharmaceutical and forensic science.

You will explore how science is used to investigate evidence and support legal cases. This includes an introduction to forensic methods and how they are applied in real situations. You will also learn the basics of pharmaceutical science, including how medicines are developed, handled and used to support health.

The course is designed to help you understand key topics before moving on to further study. It gives you a clear insight into the Access to Science programme, where forensics is a main area of study.

This course is suitable for adults who are interested in science and want to explore new career options or return to education in a supportive setting.

There are no formal qualifications required. An interest in science and forensics is important.
You can progress onto an Access to Higher Education Science course or take further short courses to build your knowledge.
£302.4

The course fee shown is the co-funded rate which is only available for people living in the local authority areas of Cheshire West and Chester or Cheshire East. If you live outside of these local authorities please contact the College for fee information.

Funding for Adult Courses

You may see a fee attached to the course you’re interested in, but if you are 19+ there may be funding options available to cover the cost of your course.

Get in touch with admissions@ccsw.ac.uk if you’d like anymore information.

Higher Education Funding

There is funding available for eligible students.

Do I pay this fee?

Higher Education courses such as HNCs and HNDs can be self-funded through a payment plan. However, for eligible students, a tuition fee loan can fund your course through Student Finance England and you may be eligible for a maintenance loan to support your education.

Please note, you should apply for your loan before the course starts. You only commit to the loan once you begin attending the course.

Find out more about eligibility at Student Finance. For more information, find out on our Higher Education page or get in touch with our Bursary department.

Find out more about funding

Potential Career Pathways

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Average Salary:
Up to £40,000

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Biologist

Average Salary:
Up to £40,000

Biologists examine the structure, behaviour and relationships of living organisms. Their work helps improve environmental management, medicine and scientific knowledge.

Top-Up Degrees

Degrees you could enter:

  • Degree 1
  • Degree 2
  • Degree 3

Take the next step

Have questions or need help applying? Our friendly Admissions Team is here for you — get in touch today!

Email: admissions@ccsw.ac.uk

Phone: 01270 654654 (Crewe Campus) / 01244 656555 (Ellesmere Port and Chester Campuses)

Chester Campus
Starts : September 9th, 2026
Wednesday 9:00am - 12:00pm 12 Weeks

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FUNDING FOR ADULT COURSES

If you are aged 19+ we can help you upskill and invest in your future with one of our adult courses.

You may see a fee attached to the course you’re interested in, but if you are 19+ there may be funding options available to cover the cost of your course.

Get in touch with admissions@ccsw.ac.uk if you’d like anymore information.

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