MSci Forensic Science at University of Kent

Programme overview

The Forensic Science MSci covers the science behind crime scene investigation, laboratory skills and delivery of expert witness testimony, supported by practical experience in simulated crime scenes and court cases and major incident exercises. Students complete their own research project, developing an idea into a worked-up research proposal under the guidance of a supervisor.

Duration: 4 years full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Study mode: full-time; integrated master (Canterbury) | Location: Canterbury, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Stage 1 compulsory modules include Organic Chemistry 1: Structure and Reactivity, Introduction to Ballistics and Practical Skills in Forensic Science 1. Stage 2 includes Analytical Chemistry 1: Methods and Validation, Biochemistry: Biomolecules and Enzymes, and Fundamental Forensic Techniques & Archaeology. Stage 3 includes Chemistry for the Analysis of Trace Evidence, DNA Analysis & Interpretation and Contemporary Forensic Practice and the Expert Witness. Stage 4 includes Substances of Abuse and Forensic Taphonomy.

Career pathways

Forensic scientists are in demand with the police and criminal justice system and in the food and pharmaceutical industries. Employers named include Cellmark, DNA Legal, Eurofins Forensic Services, GSK and the Forensic Explosives Laboratory.

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Application information

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) at DDM. 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: 4 years full-time

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

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