Overview

Forensic Science from The University of the West Indies combines rigorous scientific and laboratory training with exposure to the breadth of forensic science disciplines and further specialization in one of the following four areas: forensic chemistry, forensic biology, forensic pathology and forensic toxicology. Students also receive training in statistical evaluation of forensic evidence, legal testimony related to chain of custody, good laboratory practices, testing procedures, results and interpretations, report writing, research, and the value of professional ethics.

Students at Forensic Science from The University of the West Indies will:

Demonstrate an understanding of the areas that are essential to forensic science

Apply basic forensic science concepts to problem solving necessary for success in a modern forensic science laboratory

Discuss the social aspects of crime

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Benefit analysis of drugs.

Advances in exercise physiology.

Study of bone regeneration

Effect of cannabis on the brain

Role of heavy metals in teratology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-31 00:00:00
Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-31 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

45 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

New Kingston, Jamaica

Disciplines

Forensic Science

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Original Copies of your Supporting Documents

Official Transcript

shall normally be a Lower Second Class Honours degree (GPA 2.5) or its equivalent.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

10666 USD / year

≈ 10666 USD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

9333 USD / year

≈ 9333 USD / year

Additional Details

National tuition full time/part-time per programme: US $14,000

Funding

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Overview

Students at Forensic Science from The University of the West Indies will:

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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