• Question: i want to be a forensic scientist when i am older do you knoe wht the jod is mainly abought and could you tell me what qualifacations do i need?

    Asked by real to Daniel, Derek, Ian, Phil, Upul on 22 Jun 2010 in Categories: .
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      Derek Mann answered on 21 Jun 2010:

      I think there are different types of forensic science, for example you can be someone who investigates bilogical samples or there are people who work in computer forensics finding out what suspects have been doing on their computers. You would need good A levels in science subjects and to go far in the career probably best to have a degree in a science subject as well.

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      Ian Sillett answered on 21 Jun 2010:

      I’m afraid I don’t know the answer to this one I’m afraid as it’s not my area of expertise. I’d recommend arranging a chat with a careers advisor at school. Your teacher should be able to arrange it. You’re likely to need chemistry, maths and maybe biology a-levels at least, I guess.

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      Daniel Mietchen answered on 22 Jun 2010:

      I guess the job is less spectacular than in several TV series, but as far as I can tell, it is interesting nonetheless. And, in contrast to many research (or medical) jobs, it is actually rather compatible with family life. The qualifications required usually come from a medical or legal end, and combinations (also with other fields) exist. Every university clinics and larger police department should be able to give you more details.

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