Overview

You’ll learn how scientific techniques are used to answer questions of interest to a court of law. Following a crime scene to court approach, you’ll take part in practical crime scene exercises in our dedicated facilities, exploring strategies for crime scene examination and the methods used to collect and analyse evidence.

The Forensic Science (Forensic Biology) course at University of Huddersfield also provides a comprehensive overview of forensic science disciplines, including forensic biology and chemistry. You’ll develop an understanding of quality standards, evidence presentation, and preparing to defend your findings in court.

Your Career

Previous graduates from courses in this subject area have gone on to work in a variety of roles such as Forensic scientist, Analytical chemist, Biomedical scientist, Crime scene investigator, Detective, Scientific laboratory technician, Toxicologist.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Crime Scene Science Awareness

Forensic Biology Awareness

Forensic Chemistry Awareness

Quality and Presentation of Evidence

Forensic Casework Practice

Advanced Forensic Practicals

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-20 00:00:00

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Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

OR

87

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Huddersfield, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Biology Forensic Science View 243 other Masters in Biology in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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87

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59

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6

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General requirements

A minimum of a lower second class honours degree in any science related subject or equivalent is required.

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Tuition Fees

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18700 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

10305 GBP / year

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Living costs

Huddersfield

United Kingdom

600 - 1000 GBP / month

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