Msc MSc Forensic Science

The MSc Forensic Science at the University of Derby is a specialised programme designed to appeal to both Forensic Science graduates and graduates from other analytical science disciplines (such as chemistry or pharmaceutical sciences). This Master's course enables you to advance your scientific analysis skills and apply them within a forensic science context. It allows you to deepen your specialist forensics knowledge, advance your broader laboratory analysis skills, and pursue high-quality, original research in an area of your choice.

Studying MSc Forensic Science from the University of Derby ensures you are trained to a high professional level. The course covers many subjects, allowing you to choose and become an expert in areas like entomology (insects), fire analysis, or drug analysis. You will practise in excellent specialist facilities, including a Forensic Training Facility, special labs, an insectary (for insect studies), a hidden burial site, and a courtroom for practice. You will undertake an Independent Research Project in a specialism of your choice, supported by an academic supervisor. Assessments may include formal witness statements and expert testimony, essays, laboratory reports, timed assessments, presentations, and a dissertation.