Overview

This Forensic Science programme from Teesside University has been accredited and commended by the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences, the international professional body for forensic science.

Key Facts

On completing this course you will be able to demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of forensic science and how scientific methods are applied to the investigation of crime. You benefit from our links with practitioners and other professional organisations relevant to the field of forensic science.

Key members of staff are former forensic scientists or crime scene scientists with considerable operational experience. Expect to carry out analytical and practical work in the University’s on-campus forensic facilities including specialist analytical laboratories, crime scene house laboratory and forensic chemistry and biology laboratories. Watch a short video and hear what Matthew Grima, a former student, says about this course.

Career opportunities

Employment opportunities exist in the field of forensic science and forensic investigation with forensic science providers and law enforcement agencies. Other roles include scientific investigation where the application of science in a legal or regulatory context is important.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Advanced Analytical Techniques

Forensic Biology

Forensic Chemistry

Forensic Investigative Strategy

Legal Issues and Evidence Reporting

Research Methods and Proposal

Research Project

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-28 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-25 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Middlesbrough, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants are normally expected to have at least a lower second class (2.2) UK honours degree, or equivalent, in an appropriate science subject.

Acceptable subjects include biology, chemistry, biomedical science, biochemistry and forensic science.

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Tuition Fees

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17000 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

8365 GBP / year

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Additional Details

Part-time Fee for UK applicants £930 for each 20 credits

Living costs

Middlesbrough

United Kingdom

600 - 1000 GBP / month

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Funding

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