Overview

Accredited by the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences, our Forensic Science course at King's College London is the longest-running programme of its type in England, having been first established in 1985.

You will benefit from an advanced and flexible study programme devised and delivered by internationally leading researchers, and recognised forensic providers including our accredited DNA analysis and Drug Control Centre testing laboratories.

Key benefits

Study programme fully accredited by The Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences.

A well-established and highly respected forensic science course with contributions from leading forensic scientists both internal and external.

Strategic alliance with the Metropolitan Police Forensic Services Directorate and research partners with Eurofins forming the Met/Eurofins/KCL managed forensic service provision (2017).

Links with over 25 forensic laboratories and institutions worldwide provide research placement opportunities for students’ projects.

Exposure to cutting-edge technology and methodology at the forefront of forensic science research and development.

Flexible study pathway with the opportunity to extend your project to a 28-week project to gain an extra 60 credits and the MRes qualification.

Career prospects

Most Forensic Science graduates go on to work in the forensic science sector with forensic service providers within the UK, European and international fields. Others have taken employment with the Metropolitan Police or crime scene departments of other police forces.

The degree, with its mixture of analytical chemistry and cutting-edge molecular biology, is also highly regarded in medical laboratories. Some graduates choose to continue to study towards a PhD either at King’s College London or other universities across the country.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Analytical Chemistry for Forensic Science and Toxicology

Forensic Genetics

Forensic Process

Chemistry of Explosives & Drugs

Forensic Biology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-09-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-08-24 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2024-07-24 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

MSc: 180

MRes: 240

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Chemistry Biology Forensic Science View 338 other Masters in Biology in United Kingdom

Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelors degree with 2:1 honours in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Pharmacology, Toxicology, Biochemistry, Molecular biology, or similar combination. Applicants with degrees in chemistry, analytical chemistry, pharmacology or toxicology are required to provide evidence of at least one course unit in biochemistry. Applicants with degrees in biochemistry or molecular biology are required to provide evidence of at least one course unit in chemistry.

A personal statement of up to 4,000 characters (maximum 2 pages) is required.

A copy (or copies) of your official academic transcript(s), showing the subjects studied and marks obtained.

One reference is required, professional references will be accepted if you have completed your qualifications over five years ago.

You may also wish to include a CV (Resume) or evidence of professional registration as part of your application.

Tuition Fee

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International

31080 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 31080 GBP per year during 12 months.
National

14940 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 14940 GBP per year during 12 months.

MRes:

Home/UK fees: £20,040

Overseas fees: £41,580

Living costs for London

1137 - 2157 GBP /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Forensic Science.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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