MSc Forensic Science at Teesside University

Programme overview

The MSc Forensic Science covers the practices, procedures and analytical techniques used in forensic science and how they support the investigation of crime. It is accredited by the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences. Teaching takes place in on-campus forensic facilities including analytical laboratories, a crime scene house and forensic chemistry and biology laboratories.

Department: Forensic & Crime Scene Sciences | Duration: 12-16 months full-time; 2 years part-time | Intake: January or September (full-time); September (part-time) | Study mode: full-time, part-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 and an Advanced Research Project. Assessment combines in-course assignments, a courtroom-based expert witness assessment and end exams.

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 university's postgraduate Science band.

Domestic applicants: GBP 8,365 a year (2026/27). Full-time, 2026/27 entry. Source

International applicants: GBP 17,000 a year (2026/27). International one-year postgraduate taught master's (MSc/MA); tuition only Source

Intake: January or September (full-time); September (part-time)

Duration: 12-16 months full-time; 2 years part-time

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