MSc Forensic Science at University of Kent

Programme overview

The MSc Forensic Science is accredited by the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences and blends theory and practice across incident management, taphonomy and forensic research. Students work in simulated major incidents and cross-examinations, with facilities including a university-owned live-fire ballistics range and a crime scene house.

Duration: 1 year full-time | Intake: September | Study mode: full-time (Canterbury) | Location: Canterbury, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules listed include Substances of Abuse, Contemporary Forensic Practice and the Expert Witness, Forensic Taphonomy, Modern Approaches to Incident Management and Advanced Practical Skills in Forensic Science.

Career pathways

Roles listed include crime scene investigator, forensic laboratory analyst, science communicator or teacher and PhD researcher. Employers include the Metropolitan Police, UK forensic service providers and analytical and pharmaceutical laboratories.

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Application information

Entry requirements

2.2 or above in an acceptable subject: a good honours degree in forensic science or a forensic related subject; chemical and bioscience related degrees can be considered. International applicants: a Good level of English (CEFR B2), for example IELTS 6.0 overall with at least 5.5 in each component, or PTE Academic 63 with at least 59 in each sub-test; a degree from a UK university or a majority English-speaking country is also accepted.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,300 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: 1 year full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.kent.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate/apply

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