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Study Details: One year full-time
Use scientific problem-solving to benefit society. Designed with input from experienced professionals, you'll gain an in-depth understanding of the scientific methods used in criminal investigations, and the skills to develop a career in the justice system and beyond.
Why study MSc Forensic Science?
MSc Forensic Science is accredited by the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences. It was designed with input from professional forensic scientists to give you a deep understanding of the way science is used to investigate crime.
Applicants normally have one of the following:
An honours degree awarded by a UK institute of higher education (at least 2:2), in a relevant applied or social science subject.
Relevant subjects include but are not exclusive to Bachelor of Science (BSc) degrees in Biological Science, Chemical Science, Biomedical Science, Environmental Science, Geology, Physical Geography, Engineering, Mathematics, Psychology etc.
If your first degree is a Bachelor of Arts (BA) or majors in Social Science you will be asked to provide a brief description of your experience of quantitative analysis. This could be from previous study or from employment.
We will also look at other subjects which include a component of quantitative research.
As this is a conversion course, we do not accept applicants who have a BSc(Hons) or MSci in Forensic Science.
If you do not meet the above grade requirements but have at least 12 months relevant professional experience and/ or equivalent qualifications, we will consider you on an individual basis.
Applications will be reviewed on a first come, first served basis. We recommend applying as early as possible if you are interested in this course. Once we have reached the capacity for this course, we may close early for applications.
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The scientific and legal knowledge you'll gain, along with the highly analytical nature of this course, means you'll graduate with skills that are in demand by a wide range of employers.
Forensic science graduates go into varied types of laboratory work, and a significant number become science teachers. Careers within forensic science could include forensic biologist, DNA analyst, forensic chemist (trace evidence), forensic toxicologist, crime scene investigator, and many more. UWE Bristol forensic science graduates have gone on to roles with some of the country's largest forensic science providers, including Eurofins Forensics, Cellmark Forensic Services, and Key Forensic Services, as well as in a range of roles with the police.
You will study:
Crime Scene Investigation
Advanced Forensic Analysis
Interpretation, Evaluation and Presentation of Evidence
Forensic Research Project
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