Overview

With the Forensic and Analytical Science degree at Robert Gordon University you will develop an understanding of the basic principles of Chemistry, Biology and Analytical Science together with the broad principles of Forensic Science. You will also learn basic laboratory skills appropriate to chemical and biological analysis and forensic investigation.

You will further develop knowledge of analytical techniques in Chemistry and Biology and acquire an understanding of more complex instrumentation, reinforced through practical work. You will also develop an underpinning legal knowledge through a study of the legal framework.

Job Prospects

A diverse range of opportunities within the Scottish Police Services Authority and Forensic Science Laboratories are available, including scene examination, fire investigation, laboratory analysis and health and safety, and police graduate entry. Alternatively, a number of students opt for careers in industry in which employment prospects are particularly good (including pharmaceutical, oil and biotechnology).

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Crime Scene and Forensic Techniques
Chemistry For Life Sciences
Biology for Life Sciences
Applied Microbiology
Biomolecular Science
Practical Skills for Life Sciences
Forensic Examination & Analysis

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-01-31 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Aberdeen, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Forensic Science View 170 other Bachelors in Forensic Science in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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80

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Other requirements

General requirements

SQA Higher: BBBC to include Chemistry. English and Maths are required at National 5 grade B or above if not held at Higher
GCE A Level: BCC to include Chemistry. English and Maths are required at GCSE grade 4/C or above if not held at A Level
Irish Leaving Certificate Higher: H2H3H3H3 to include Chemistry. English and Maths are required at grade O2 or above if not held at Higher.
IB Diploma: 27 to include Higher Level Chemistry at grade 4. English and Maths are required at a minimum of Standard Level grade 4 if not held at Higher Level

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

17400 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 17400 GBP per year during 48 months.
National

1820 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1820 GBP per year during 48 months.

Rest of UK and EU Students:

£6930 per academic year

Living costs for Aberdeen

729 - 1069 GBP /month

Living costs

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