MSc by Research Forensic Science

This course is designed to give students top-notch research skills. The students gain opportunities to work alongside other disciplines to work on innovative methods to solve crime and assist investigations.

During the MSc by Research Forensic Science programme at the University of Lincoln, students receive research training to assist them in their independent investigations. At the same time, they participate in ongoing research projects such as DNA analysis in forensic and archaeological contexts and many others.

In the course of this programme, students learn through a combination of independent study and research. However, students will have meetings with their academic supervisors. Assessment methods include the quality of a student's thesis and an oral examination (viva voce).

The University of Lincoln, based in London, was established in 1996. The university is renowned for the way it approaches industry collaborations with multinational corporations such as Siemens Energy. According to the Research Excellence Framework 2021, over three-quarters of its research is classified as internationally excellent or world-leading.

In addition to being ranked among the top 150 young universities worldwide in the Times Higher Education Young University Rankings 2024, the University of Lincoln has a top five-star rating in the QS Stars system. Its main campus, located on the waterfront of Brayford Pool, offers students cutting-edge facilities in a contemporary, comfortable learning environment.

These are the standard entry requirements to study MSc by Research Forensic Science at the University of Lincoln:

Grade Requirements

Applicants need a first-class or second-class honours degree in a relevant field. Students with a lower second-class degree may be considered for an interview.

English Proficiency

Non-native English speakers may need to demonstrate proficiency in the language, typically through an IELTS score of at least 6.0. TOEFL or other equivalents are also allowed.

The tuition fee (2025/2026) to study MSc by Research Forensic Science at the University of Lincoln is £18,500. However, research students may pay additional fees for specialist resources and equipment to support their projects.

In addition to accepting students from all over the world, the University of Lincoln provides financial aid to qualified students through several scholarships and bursaries. The Blackburn Bursary is one example; it offers assistance to students under 25 who have been classified as care leavers.

With an MSc in Research Forensic Science from the University of Lincoln, students graduate ready to work in the industry as:

• Forensic Scientist  
• Crime Scene Investigator  
• Forensic Toxicologist  
• Forensic DNA Analyst  
• Criminal Intelligence Analyst  
• Forensic Laboratory Technician

To apply for this course, you’ll need to go through UCAS. To find out more about this process, speak to one of our trained counselors.