Ready to apply
Before contacting us, check that:
☐ Your programme is taught in English
☐ Your institution has suitable EDI policies in place
☐ You have identified a University Quality Lead (UQL)
☐ You know whether you require Accreditation, Recognition, CEA or IEC
Not sure? Book a free pre-application call and we’ll help you identify the most appropriate pathway.
At a glance
| If your programme is… | Recommended pathway |
| An established forensic science degree in the UK or Europe | Educational Accreditation |
| A newly validated forensic science degree in the UK or Europe | Conditional Educational Accreditation (CEA) |
| A programme with significant forensic science content but not a full forensic science degree | Educational Recognition |
| An international programme outside Europe | International Educational Certification (IEC) |
All pathways are designed to assure quality and support continuous improvement. The most appropriate route depends on your programme’s maturity, location and forensic science content.
Contact the EQS Team on accreditation@csofs.org for the application package (which includes an application form, Guidance for Programme Providers Part 1 (Framework) and Part 2 (Process), EQS Scheme Terms and Conditions and Component Standards matrices, if applicable).