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Forensic Science at University of Derby - UCAS

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Course summary

The course is open to graduates from forensic science and other science degrees. Uniquely, it combines specialist forensic science content with broader analytical science, enabling you to pursue a range of careers paths in areas such as crime scene investigation, analysis of evidence, pharmaceutical analysis, and clinical and forensic toxicology. On this course you will:

  • Learn specialist forensic science skills and techniques, at the same time as building on your expertise in laboratory analysis and research
  • Use your scientific knowledge in practical ways, working closely with our expert lecturers to undertake research and gain insight into industry
  • Cover a wide range of areas such as separation science / chromatography, advanced bioanalytical techniques, advanced analysis of crime scenes and evidence, spectroscopy and structural analysis, and research methods and data interpretation
  • Undertake an Independent Research Project in a specialism of your choice, supported by an academic supervisor
  • This course is accredited by The Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences, which ensures a high standard of teaching is met.
This Masters has been specifically designed to appeal to both graduates of forensic science, and graduates of other analytical science degrees. It enables you to advance your scientific analysis skills and apply these to a forensic science context, develop your own specialisms (such as in entomology, fire analysis or drug analysis), and pursue your own research interests. You will learn to use your scientific knowledge in practical ways, working closely with our expert lecturers to undertake research and gain insight into industry. This Masters covers a broad range of subjects relating to the application, interpretation and validation of laboratory based analytical techniques including, separation science, advanced bioanalytical techniques, spectroscopy and structural analysis, and research methods and data interpretation.

Modules

The MSc Forensic Science programme consists of a range modules which will help you further develop your skills and knowledge in this area.

Assessment method

Assessments may include formal witness statements and expert testimony, essays, laboratory reports, timed assessments, presentations and a dissertation.

How to apply

International applicants

Applicants should have a 2:2 or above in BSc Hons Forensic Science; degrees in related analytical science subjects will also be considered. If English is not your first language, you will also need IELTS 6.5 with 6.0 in each skills area.

Entry requirements

Applicants should have a 2:2 or above in BSc Hons Forensic Science or related subjects (such as Analytical Sciences, Biomedical Forensics, Chemistry, Biology, Pharmaceutical Analysis or Pharmacy).

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

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Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

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Forensic Science at University of Derby - UCAS