Overview

Explore the science behind crime and justice with Kent’s Forensic Science MSc. This course is ideal if you’re looking to deepen your scientific expertise or shift into forensic investigation from a related discipline.

Accredited by the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences, the course blends theory and practice across incident management, taphonomy and cutting edge forensic research. You’ll build confidence through practical work in simulated major incidents and legal cross-examinations, and gain experience presenting evidence to varied audiences.

At Kent, you benefit from world-class facilities, including the UK’s only university-owned live-fire ballistics range, a crime scene house, and specialist laboratories. Our experimental ballistics facility will enhance your skills regarding how shooting scenes are investigated and how important ballistic research is undertaken.

This one-year MSc offers a clear route into crime scene management, forensic science and broader science-based roles. It also supports progression to further study, such as PhDs, or teaching and science communication careers.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Substances of Abuse

Contemporary Forensic Practice and the Expert Witness

Forensic Taphonomy

Modern Approaches to Incident Management

Advanced Practical Skills in Forensic Science

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-10-05 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

More details

There is no fixed application deadline for home students, but it is strongly recommended you apply no later than three months before your intended start date.

Language

English

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80

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4

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PTE Academic

63

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OTE

118

IELTS

6

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Canterbury, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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110

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TOEFL^® IBT

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80

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4

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63

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OTE

118

IELTS

6

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General requirements

A first or second class honours degree in forensic science or a forensic-related subject. Chemical and bioscience related degrees.

All applicants are considered on an individual basis and additional qualifications, professional qualifications and relevant experience may also be taken into account when considering applications.

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Tuition Fees

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Living costs

Canterbury

United Kingdom

660 - 1140 GBP / month

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

Funding

Chevening Scholarships available, for more information on the Scholarship and eligibility, copy https://www.kent.ac.uk/scholarships/search/FNADCHEVEN02 into your browser.

The deadline is 12:00 GMT on 6th October 2026.

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