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Jan 06, 2011
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by: Sofie

I have the same interest in forensic science and I have done some searching and found that you need at least 4 GCSE grades A*-C. These GCSE's have to include English and maths or science. You also need an A-level in a science, preferably Biology or Chemistry.

Hope this helps
Sep 21, 2010
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by: HIRAL

I'm student of b.sc (chemistry) can I get into forensic science. I also have botany as a subsidery subject.
Jun 01, 2010
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by: Anonymous

My son is 14 years old and taking an interest in Science and is looking for further information on forensic science as a career. Would you please direct him as to what GCSEs and A levels he may need and the best university to study. Thank you.
May 05, 2010
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by: Marcella

Hi there. No, you don't need an A in Math classes to become a Forensic Scientist, but you do need to pass college level Calculus I and II ( a year's worth), as well as any prereq. like Pre-Calculus. My advice ? These classes are much easier and have much more teacher help at the community college level. I would do them there as well as your general ed stuff and then transfer to a 4 year college to finish. Just keep your GPA over 3.0, if you can.

Good luck,

Marcella
May 04, 2010
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by: shannon

I wanted to be a vet at one point but I'm not very good at maths so I changed it to wanting to be a forensic scientist because I'm quite into science. But I just read that I need an A grade in maths in this too - is that true? If so does it have to be an A?

I'm only in year 10 just going into year 11 so I really need to decide my career path soon for college courses. Could someone please give me some advice? :)
Dec 10, 2009
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by: venessa

I am a Forensic Serologist II and I have testified in both federal and state superior courts as an expert witness. I have created a website, www.ForensicMentor.com to help those who are interested in learning and mentoring from a real scientist. Check it out!
Sep 13, 2009
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by: Anonymous

Can you become a forensic scientist if you have a felony over ten years old?
Jul 23, 2009
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by: Anonymous

I read that you need to be skilled in biology, chemistry, and toxicology. these will lead to 3 different career paths or 1 big one. i also want to be a forensic scientist, so good luck.
Jul 15, 2009
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by: Anonymous

Amy

You need an A Grade in maths to become a forensic scientist, and also changing to english literature was a bad idea as it has no relationship to forensic scientist.
Sep 01, 2008
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by: David

Hi Amy

Check out the careers page on the main website (see following link)

forensic science careers

And make sure you click on the The Forensic Science Service link (listed under the Forensic Science Careers in the UK heading). You should get all the answers you need here.

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