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MSc Forensic Science (with Advanced Practice) at Teesside University

Teesside University, United Kingdom

Programme overview

This two-year MSc adds a vocational or research-based internship to the one-year MSc Forensic Science, which covers the practices, procedures and analytical techniques of forensic science. It is accredited by the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences. A research internship is guaranteed; a vocational internship is supported but not guaranteed.

Department: Forensic & Crime Scene Sciences  |  Duration: 2 years full-time  |  Intake: January or September  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Middlesbrough, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules include Forensic Biology, Forensic Chemistry, Forensic Investigative Strategy, Human Remains and Identification, Analytical Techniques in Heritage Crime, Criminal Justice and the Forensic Practitioner, Advanced/Applied Practice in Health & Life Sciences and an Advanced Research Project. One semester is spent as an intern alongside a research project linked to professional practice.

Career pathways

Roles in forensic science and forensic investigation with forensic science providers and law enforcement agencies, and scientific investigation in legal or regulatory settings.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A lower second class (2.2) UK honours degree, or equivalent, in an appropriate science subject such as biology, chemistry, biomedical science, biochemistry or forensic science. International applicants: IELTS Academic 6.0 overall with no component below 5.5 (PTE Academic 59) under the postgraduate Science band.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,417 a year (2026/27). Full-time, 2026/27 entry; two-year programme, fee stated per year. Source

International applicants: GBP 20,000 for the whole programme (2026/27). International two-year Advanced practice/Applied master's total (GBP 10,000 per year); tuition only Source

Intake: January or September

Duration: 2 years full-time

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