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Master of Forensic Science

Kingston University London

  • Kingston upon Thames, United Kingdom
  • 1 year
  • English
  • On campus
  • Master

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Kingston University London campus

About the program

A combined major linking criminal justice study with laboratory science.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: yes
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (2 years): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Learners studying Forensic Science can develop the ability to develop discipline-specific knowledge
  • Critically evaluate relevant evidence and communicate ideas using suitable professional or academic methods. These are indicative learning goals
  • Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.

Career outcomes

  • Forensic scientist
  • Probation officer
  • Forensic science technician
  • Forensic psychologist
  • Private investigator
  • Security specialist
  • DNA analysis
  • Toxicology
  • Law enforcement

Curriculum

  • Four-year combined major: overview of the criminal justice system
  • Society and law
  • Forensic criminal investigation
  • Chemistry
  • Organic chemistry
  • Criminalistics
  • Drugs and society
  • And cybercrime and digital forensic investigation. Guaranteed co-op or internship
  • No capstone named
  • Credits not stated.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • Most courses require a 2:2 honours degree or international equivalent in a relevant subject; Some courses ask for a portfolio
  • CV
  • Research proposal or interview.

Accepted academic background

Bachelor degree (UK 2:2 or international equivalent) in a relevant subject; Portfolio, CV or research proposal for some courses

Language tests

  • IELTS 6.5
  • TOEFL iBT 4.5
  • PTE Academic 59
  • Cambridge 176

Documents you’ll need

  • Passport copy
  • Undergraduate transcripts
  • Degree certificate
  • English proficiency evidence
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Statement of purpose

How to apply

  1. Review the postgraduate admission requirements for Master of Forensic Science. Prepare degree certificates
  2. Academic transcripts
  3. Language evidence
  4. required supporting documents. Complete the application to Kingston University London. Submit the required documents and pay the application fee. Monitor the applicant portal for the admission decision. If admitted
  5. Accept the offer and pay any required deposit. Complete study permit or visa requirements where applicable.

Other costs

Tuition per year£20,000 GBP
Application fee£50 GBP
Deposit£5,000 GBP

Program details

CampusPenrhyn Road
Faculty or schoolFaculty of Health, Science, Social Care and Education
DepartmentChemistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value60
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay2 years
Scholarship noteKingston University offers international scholarships and fee awards for eligible students. Eligibility, Award value, And deadlines vary by scheme.

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    September 2027

    Apply by

    31 Jul 2027

    260 days left

Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 1 year.