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Master of Forensic Science

Northumbria University

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
1 year
English
On campus
Master

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 (5 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

A minimum of a 2:2 honours degree in a subject related to chemistry or biology. Other subject qualifications
Equivalent professional qualifications and/or relevant work experience will be considered on an individual basis
Typically a 2:2 UK honours degree or equivalent (some courses 2:1 or a subject-specific degree)
Country equivalents at northumbria.ac.uk/yourcountry.

Accepted academic background

Bachelor's degree (UK 2:2 honours or international equivalent), Usually in a related discipline for specialist MSc/MA courses, MBA and Business and Management accept any subject or substantial business experience, Relevant work experience considered on some courses, Some courses need a research proposal (MRes), Interview, Portfolio or professional registration.

Language tests

IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT Not published
PTE Academic Not published
Cambridge Not published
Duolingo Not published

Work experience details

Other subject qualifications, Equivalent professional qualifications and/or relevant work experience will be considered on an individual basis.

Documents you’ll need

University Transcripts
Bachelor's Degree Certificate
Passport Copy
Language Proficiency Test Results (if required)
Personal Statement (if required).

How to apply

Check Entry Requirements on the course page (usually a 2:2 degree
IELTS) and the application deadlines. Click Apply Now on the course page and create an account in the applicant portal. There is no application fee. Provide qualifications
Personal statement
References and passport/visa documents. Some courses add a portfolio
ATAS or DBS evidence. Accept the offer and pay the 5
500 GBP minimum tuition deposit. Receive the CAS and apply for the UK Student visa with proof of funds.

Other costs

Tuition per year	£21,500 GBP
Application fee	£50 GBP
Deposit	£32,039 GBP

Program details

Campus	City Campus
Faculty or school	School of Geography and Natural Sciences
Department	Forensic Science
Teaching language	English
Credit value	180,60
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	5 years
Scholarship note	Scholarship or bursary availability is indicated for this institution. Award eligibility, Funding amounts and deadlines must be confirmed for the specific program and applicant.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 1 year.