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
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 .
Additional fee information
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Provider information
University of Derby
Kedleston Road
Derby
DE22 1GB