
Overview
Accredited by The Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences, the MSc Analytical and Forensic Science course focuses on cutting edge research, the latest analytical techniques, and transferable and professional skills that will prepare you to practise as a professional analytical or forensic scientist.
The Analytical and Forensic Science from University of South Wales is building a reputation for producing excellent scientists and highly sought-after graduates. Our postgraduates have been offered employment in some of the most prestigious companies in the UK and Europe, in fields ranging from analytical toxicology to forensic DNA analysis.
Career
There are many exciting employment opportunities in the analytical and forensic science sector. Key recruitment areas are DNA profiling, analytical chemistry and toxicological analysis. In these competitive fields, a postgraduate qualification will really make you stand out from the crowd. We have had an excellent response to the MSc analytical and forensic science from science companies across the UK. Major national companies regularly contact the University specifically asking for our MSc Analytical and Forensic Science graduates to apply for positions with them.
Our MSc graduates have been offered employment in toxicology, DNA and forensic science companies across the UK. An MSc award in Analytical and Forensic Science will demonstrate to employers the highest level of achievement and training.
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Biological Evidence and DNA Analysis
- Analytical Techniques and Quality in the Forensic Laboratory
- Analytical toxicology
- Interpretation, evaluation and presentation of casework
- Crime Scene Management
- Project Management and Techniques
- Major Research Project
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Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
- Part-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
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General requirements
- A 2:2 BSc (Hons) degree in either a course accredited by the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences in forensic science, forensic chemistry, forensic biology, or, forensic investigation.
- Applications from students holding a 2:2 BSc (Hons) degree, which includes chemistry are invited, other applicants will be considered on an individual basis.
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Visit official programme websiteTuition Fee
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International
14700 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 14700 GBP for the full programme during 12 months. -
National
9250 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9250 GBP for the full programme during 12 months.
Part-time UK: £1030 per 20 credits
Funding
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