forensic science

[zara 4]

Does anyone happen to know where a14 year old can go to enquire about working in this area when they leave school? Have tried enquiring at the school but no one has been of any help,they say they don't know,this is the line he wants to do and with his options coming up we would like to know what lessons he should be going for,we have an idea its maths for definate,cheers

[WoWo]

Not sure where to point you but the sciences will be very important particuarly Chemisty and Biology.

This page has some links at the bottom which seem like they could do the trick.

http://www.keele.ac.uk/depts/aa/careers/careersinfo/scie ncejobs.htm

[DEM]

This is also a good website to start with - points you in the direction of colleges that study this sort of thing.

http://www.collegeboard.com/csearch/majors_careers/profi les/careers/106918.html

[longneck]

Yep, def. chem, biology and maths. Many universities offer degrees in forensic science for school-leavers with A-Levels. Check different university web sites. It is a subject that will require A-Levels some a few years to go.

[Gef]

Try this link and scroll down to the bottom of the page.

http://www.forensic-science-society.org.uk/information/c areers.html

Career opportunities in forensic science are very limited so best not to put all eggs in one basket.

Strathclyde University have an excellent degree course in Forensic Science and Analytical Chemistry. Jobs in Analytical Chemistry are more widely available.

[Gef]

Sorry WoWo just looked at your link and realised that it refers to the one I gave.

[Buenchico]

This will probably help:
http://www.learndirect-advice.co.uk/helpwithyourcareer/j obprofiles/profiles/profile595/

Chris

[stanleyman]

There are all sorts of specialities in forensic science from computers through biology to guns, DNA and documents so he/she needs to define a particular area of interest, nobody does everything as is seen on TV!

There are only six Home Office labs and a few private companies in the country so it is important to live within easy commuting distance of the work place.

[zara 4]

Wow guys thanx so much for all this info,I will click on the links 2morrow and have a read cheers,

[WoWo]

Gef - not need to say sorry, it's not a competition and the more the merrier in these situations.