MPhil/PhD Forensic Science
University of LincolnBrayford Pool, United Kingdom
Course overview
Research students in Forensic Science have the opportunity to work alongside a multidisciplinary team in the School of Chemistry, and can benefit from strong links with industry practitioners. Students have the opportunity to engage in the work to develop innovative methods and techniques to assist in solving crime and casework-related issues. Our team is currently engaged in high-profile studies including collaborative projects with the Centre for Applied Science and Technology at the UK Home Office.
Students have access to a range of training programmes to support them in their independent investigations, and an experienced supervisory team are on hand to offer advice and direction. Ongoing research projects in the School are focused on topics including the chemical analysis of legal highs, DNA analysis in forensic and archaeological contexts, and forensic toxicology.
Key highlights
- Work alongside a multidisciplinary team in the School of Chemistry
- Strong links with industry practitioners in forensic science
- Collaborative projects with the UK Home Office's Centre for Applied Science and Technology
- Develop innovative methods and techniques to help solve crime
- Research areas include legal highs analysis, forensic DNA and toxicology
- Training programmes and experienced supervisors support independent investigations
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:1 — to include relevant subject; or above
- International qualifications — Overseas students will be required to demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in each element. For information regarding other English language qualifications we accept, please visit the English Requirements page. https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/studywithus/internationalstudents/englishlanguagerequirementsandsupport/englishlanguagerequirements If…
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarships
Global Postgraduate Scholarship
The Global Postgraduate Scholarship is valued at £2,000 and will be awarded to eligible students as a tuition fee discount in the first year of their studies.
Up to £2,000International Alumni Scholarship
The International Alumni Scholarship is valued at £2,000 and will be awarded to eligible students as a tuition fee discount for the first year of a postgraduate taught or postgraduate research programme.
Up to £2,000Lincoln Alumni MSc School of Health and Social Care Scholarship
£1000 will be paid directly to the student for each year of study for each completed academic year of study, with part-time students eligible for a pro-rata payment.
Up to £1,000
Careers this course leads to
- Forensic scientist
- Forensic toxicologist
- Forensic DNA analyst
- Postdoctoral research scientist
- University lecturer in forensic science
- Analytical chemist
Cost of study
International: £18,900 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Lincoln, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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