MSc Forensic Science at Keele University

Our Forensic Science MSc is designed to develop your technical capabilities, research skills and subject-level knowledge across various aspects of forensic science. We offer routes through the programme for those students that have both science and non-science undergraduate qualifications. If you are already have a forensic science degree, this programme will allow you to build skills and knowledge in a specific specialism of your choice.

Faculty: Faculty of Natural Sciences  |  Department: Natural Sciences  |  Duration: Full time - 1 year, Part time - 2 years  |  Study mode: full-time; part-time  |  Intake: September  |  Location: Keele, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The MSc in Forensic Science comprises four compulsory modules (105 credits) and you will choose additional optional modules to the weighting of 75 credits. The information below is based on the full time, 180 credit MSc programme, with a September start.

Career pathways

Graduating with an MSc in Forensic Science will prepare you for a professional role in forensic science-related fields, within the criminal or civil judicial system, PhD study and beyond. You will become equipped with high-level scientific and transferable skills that will enable you to excel in your personal and professional endeavours, broadening your horizons across various sectors including: Policing Forensic Practice Research Graduates can undertake further study, join local, regional and national police forces, commercial forensic providers and other specialist laboratories for a host of related employment opportunities.

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