University of Kent

MSc Forensic Science

University of Kent

Course overview

This MSc in Forensic Science is a one-year, full-time Master's degree. It is for graduates who have a good science qualification and want to become experts in forensic science. The course is approved by the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences. It combines classroom learning and practical work, covering everything from managing a crime scene to advanced forensic research.

This programme gets you ready for a professional career in the criminal or civil legal systems, the police, or forensic work. Students learn advanced ways to analyse evidence in the laboratory and gain the leadership and management skills required. This prepares them to write high-quality, expert reports that can be properly used as evidence in court.

Entry requirements

Candidates are required to submit a personal statement in which they discuss their reasons for applying for the course and other relevant information about their studies. An academic and/or employer reference is also required. Students can choose to include their CV (Curriculum Vitae) with their application to show their work experience.

Grade Requirements:

  • Candidates must have at least a second-class honours degree (2:2) in forensic science or a related subject such as Chemistry, Biology, or Physics.
  • The University looks closely at every application. If students do not have the minimum grade, they could still be accepted if they have extra qualifications, professional certificates, or relevant job experience.

English Language Requirements:

  • If English is not their first language, they need an overall score of 6.5 in the IELTS Academic test.
  • Students must also score at least 6.0 in every part of the test (reading, writing, listening, and speaking). Alternatively, they can provide equivalent results from other approved language tests.

Scholarships

  • Chevening Scholarships

  • Christine and Ian Bolt Scholarship

    Scholarship value up to £10,000.

  • Kent Business School Beaconhouse PG Progression Scholarship

    Tuition fee discount scholarship of £6,000.

    Up to £6,000

  • Kent Business School Dean's Excellence Scholarship Award

    Awards of up to £3,000

  • Kent Business School MBA Scholarship

    50% off Tuition Fee.

    Up to 50% of fees

  • Kent Graduate Scholarship

    20% fee reduction for post-graduate taught programmes at the University of Kent.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • Kent International Scholarship Postgraduate Taught

    Scholarship value - £5000

    Up to £5,000

  • Kent International Scholarship Postgraduate Taught (KBS)

    Scholarship value £3000

    Up to £3,000

  • Kent LLM Solicitors’ Practice Scholarship (Canterbury)

    £2,000 tuition fee discount (Home Students); £2,000 tuition fee discount (Overseas Students).

    Up to £2,000

  • Sasha Roberts Scholarship

    £3,000 stipend per annum split into two payments of £1,500 in October and January.

    Up to £3,000

  • The “Ambition” Scholarship for University of Kent Graduates

    £1,500 for Full Time UK students; £750 per year for Part Time UK students; £3,000 for Full Time Overseas students.

  • The CAMEMS Scholarship

    £3,000 stipend per annum split into two payments of £1,500 in October and January.

    Up to £3,000

  • The Widening Participation Ambition Scholarship for University of Kent Graduates

    £5,000 for UK students (£2,500 per year for part time students).

Career opportunities

This MSc Forensic Science from the University of Kent prepares graduates for specialised science roles that require advanced laboratory and evidence interpretation skills. Major career paths include:

  • Forensic Scientist/Analyst
  • Crime Scene Investigator (CSI)
  • Police or Criminal Justice System Specialist
  • Laboratory Technician in the Food or Pharmaceutical Industries
  • Academic Research or Development

Cost of study

The tuition fee for MSc Forensic Science at the University of Kent for international students is £23,500. The fee is subject to an annual increase.

Admission

Applications for the MSc Forensic Science are made directly to the University of Kent. For more information on this progress, speak to one of our trained counsellors for more information and assistance with the process. Contact the trained counsellors at AHZ.

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