Applied Science Students Experience Forensics

Our Level 3 Applied Science students visited Think Forensics and learned about the process of collecting evidence at a crime scene.

During the visit, students got hands-on experience by practising evidence collection techniques at simulated crime scenes.

This trip was very important for the students to understand how forensic evidence can help solve real-life cases and this hands-on experience helps them see the value of applied science in the field of forensics.

The day began with a demonstration on how forensic experts gather important evidence, such as fingerprints, fibres, and trace materials from a crime scene.

Students then had the opportunity to collect their own samples from simulated crime scenes, before they worked together to analyse and find connections between the different scenes as if the activity was based on a real crime.

Tom Swales, Applied Science Course Leader at the College, shared his thoughts on the visit. He said: “This visit was a valuable opportunity to put their classroom knowledge into practice.

“This trip was very important for the students to understand how forensic evidence can help solve real-life cases and this hands-on experience helps them see the value of applied science in the field of forensics.”

If you want to study Applied Science in September 2025, visit our Health, Science and Social Care Professions subject page. Alternatively, contact the Information Team by emailing info@barnsley.ac.uk or calling 01226 216 123.