Overview

The Forensic Toxicology and Analytical Genetics degree at the University of Kentucky program has two areas of concentration: one concentration is focused on Forensic Toxicology/Chemistry and the second on Forensic/Analytical Genetics.

Learning outcomes

Through a common core curriculum, students in both concentrations will have foundational information and a skill set in advanced forensic science, writing, communication, professionalism, ethics, legal perspectives and workplace- specific laboratory skills.

Through a rigorous targeted finishing curriculum in either concentration, including rigorous internship experiences and an individualized program of cognate elective courses the graduates will be competitive for workforce deployment in the areas of private industry drug testing, private DNA analysis, forensic governmental divisions, and hospital clinical labs. In addition, this program provides individuals with advanced skills and training that prepare them for rapid career advancement and leadership positions.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Advanced Human Genetics

Population Genetics

Molecular Biology and Genetics

Forensic and Analytical DNA

Biochemistry

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-22 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-09 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Lexington-Fayette, United States

Disciplines

Forensic Science Toxicology Genetics View 203 other Masters in Genetics in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

The University of Kentucky requires a minimum score of 550 (paper-based) on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) for all applicants whose native language is not English (or who did not graduate from an accredited English-speaking College or University).

The equivalent score on the computer version of the TOEFL is 213 and the internet-based test is 79.

Applicants may also utilize the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) to satisfy the language requirement. A minimum mean band score of 6.5 is required. Submitted scores must be no more than two years old.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

19810 USD / year

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Out-of-State

19810 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

19810 USD / year

≈ 19810 USD / year

Living costs

Lexington-Fayette

United States

900 - 1400 USD / month

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

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Key information

Duration

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Credits

Delivered

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Living costs

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Financing

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