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Q. I am currently applying to study forensic science. However I am unclear about the best direction to take if I want to become a Scene of Crime Officer. Can you help?

Hi,

I’m sorry if you feel frustrated with your enquiries to find out more about becoming a SOCO – Don’t give up!

This is a very fascinating side to the investigative process work and many police officers have, in the past, made career changes in that direction instead of the other way round!

Your first port of call should be the FSS – Forensic Science Service and their website is: www.forensic.gov.uk

You will find the site is full of useful information and points of contact which/who will answer all of your questions.

The information below should give you a head start!

Assistant Forensic Scientist:
Four GCSE passes (grades A-C), including either a science (preferably biology or chemistry) or mathematics as well as an 'A' level in a scientific subject (preferably biology or chemistry).

Trainee Forensic Scientist:
A scientific degree, preferably biology or chemistry based with at least a 2.2 pass. Previous laboratory experience would also be beneficial.

Good luck and keep in touch! – Let us know how you get on!

Andrew Greenslade M.Ed. - Former Police Detective


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