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BSc (Hons) Forensic Science at University of Kent

University of Kent, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Forensic Science covers the role of science in solving crimes and delivering justice, including trace evidence, ballistics and DNA analysis, alongside training in expert witness testimony and the legal and ethical dimensions of the work. Students investigate simulated crime scenes in a dedicated house and vehicles and practise in specialist analytical and evidence processing labs. The course is accredited by the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences.

Duration: 3 years full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Study mode: full-time; variants: year in industry, year abroad (Canterbury)  |  Location: Canterbury, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Stage 1 compulsory modules include Fundamentals of Chemistry, Organic Chemistry 1: Structure and Reactivity, and Core Inorganic and Physical Chemistry for Forensic Science. Stage 2 includes Biochemistry: Biomolecules and Enzymes, Digital Forensics and Forensic Ballistics and Trauma Analysis. Stage 3 includes Chemistry for the Analysis of Trace Evidence, DNA Analysis & Interpretation and a Forensic Science Research Project.

Career pathways

Graduates have gone on to work for employers such as Cellmark, DNA Legal, Eurofins Forensic Services, GSK, Key Forensic Services, the Metropolitan Police Service, Thames Valley Police and Deloitte.

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Entry requirements

Typical offer: 96-112 UCAS points. A level: BBC in 3 subjects including Chemistry or Biology at B. BTEC Nationals: the University considers applicants holding or studying a BTEC Extended National Diploma (QCF; NQF; OCR) in Applied Science or Forensic and Criminal Investigation (must include Unit 15 Practical Chemical Analysis or Forensic Genetics). IB: 28 points in the IB Diploma or 112 UCAS Tariff points including either HL Chemistry or HL Biology at 5. Contextual offers: A level CCC including Chemistry or Biology at C; BTEC MMM in Applied Science or Forensic and Criminal Investigation (must be taking optional unit Practical Chemical Analysis or Forensic Genetics); IB 24 points or 96 UCAS Tariff points including HL Chemistry or HL Biology at 5. GCSE: Mathematics grade 4/C. International Foundation Programme: Not applicable (N/A). T level: Merit overall in Science with a minimum of grade B for the core components (including grade B in the core B examination) and merit overall in the occupational specialism component. Access to HE Diploma: Access to HE Diploma candidates are welcomed; a typical offer may require 45 credits at Level 3, with 18 at Distinction and 24 at Merit in a Science subject. English language (international applicants): a Good level of English (B2 on the CEFR), for example IELTS 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component, GCSE English Language grade 4/C or above, IB Standard Level grade 5 or above in English A: Language and Literature, or A level grade C or above in English Language or English Literature.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Full-time annual tuition fee from the 2027/28 fee table Source

International applicants: GBP 23,950 a year (2027/28). Full-time annual tuition fee from the 2027/28 fee table Source

Intake: September

Duration: 3 years full-time

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