Overview

Do you want to understand the science behind crime scene investigation, develop your laboratory skills and be trained in the delivery of expert witness testimony? Then choose our top-ranked Forensic Science MSci degree.

You'll graduate with in-depth knowledge of the theory behind the science, supported by practical experience gained in simulated crime scenes and court cases, major incident exercises that unfold in real time and in our outstanding laboratories. You'll also discover how the skills you gain can be applied within archaeology and in the food and pharmaceutical industries.

On this MSci course, you'll also complete your own research project in an area that fascinates you. Under the guidance of a supervisor, you'll explore how to develop an idea into a fully worked-up research proposal.

If you don’t have a science background or don’t meet our entry requirements, you can take our foundation year.

Accreditation

This course is fully accredited by The Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences.

Programme Structure

You'll get to grips with the broad base of knowledge on which forensic science is built, including core chemistry, biochemistry, drug chemistry, and ballistics. You also develop solid investigative and laboratory skills and complete your own research project.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-10-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-14 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

110

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

63

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OTE

118

IELTS

6

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Canterbury, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Criminal Law Forensic Science Criminology View 588 other Bachelors in Criminology 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

Duolingo English Test

110

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

63

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OTE

118

IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

UCAS points
104-120
A level
BBB in 3 subjects including Chemistry or Biology at B
BTEC Nationals
The University will consider applicants holding/studying BTEC Extended National Diploma Qualifications (QCF; NQF;OCR) in Applied Science or Forensic and Criminal Investigation at DDM.
International Baccalaureate
120 tariff points - typically H5, H6, H6 including HL Chemistry or Biology 5.
GCSE
Mathematics grade C

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

23500 GBP / year

≈ 23500 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

9535 GBP / year

≈ 9535 GBP / year

Additional Details

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Living costs

Canterbury

United Kingdom

660 - 1140 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Kent offers generous financial support schemes to assist eligible undergraduate students during their studies.

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Key information

Duration

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Delivered

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Additional Details

Living costs

Canterbury

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