12 monthsProgramme duration
35,800 GBPTuition Fee/year
SepStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Biological Sciences
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The Forensic Science programme has a reputation as being the best of its type in the country. It will provide you with advanced knowledge of the forensic processes and analytical techniques (particularly chemistry and biology) used in crime investigation. It is run by King's Forensics staff whose research is at the cutting edge of innovation and advancement in the field.
Key benefits
Key benefits
- Programme fully accredited by The Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences
- A well-established and highly respected forensic science programme with contributions from leading forensic scientists both internal and external
- Strategic alliance with the Metropolitan Police Forensic Services Directorate and research partners with Eurofins forming the Met/ Eurofins/KCL managed forensic service provision.
- Strategic alliance with the City Police Forensic Services Directorate and currently housing their fingerprinting laboratory.
- Links with over 25 forensic laboratories and institutions worldwide provide research placement opportunities for students’ projects
- Exposure to cutting-edge technology and methodology at the forefront of forensic science research and development
- Flexible study pathway with the opportunity to extend your project to a 28-week project to gain an extra 60 Credits and the MRes qualification
Programme overview
Main Subject
Biological Sciences
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The Forensic Science programme has a reputation as being the best of its type in the country. It will provide you with advanced knowledge of the forensic processes and analytical techniques (particularly chemistry and biology) used in crime investigation. It is run by King's Forensics staff whose research is at the cutting edge of innovation and advancement in the field.
Key benefits
Key benefits
- Programme fully accredited by The Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences
- A well-established and highly respected forensic science programme with contributions from leading forensic scientists both internal and external
- Strategic alliance with the Metropolitan Police Forensic Services Directorate and research partners with Eurofins forming the Met/ Eurofins/KCL managed forensic service provision.
- Strategic alliance with the City Police Forensic Services Directorate and currently housing their fingerprinting laboratory.
- Links with over 25 forensic laboratories and institutions worldwide provide research placement opportunities for students’ projects
- Exposure to cutting-edge technology and methodology at the forefront of forensic science research and development
- Flexible study pathway with the opportunity to extend your project to a 28-week project to gain an extra 60 Credits and the MRes qualification
Admission Requirements
176+
6.5+
3.3+
92+
62+
Bachelors degree with 2:1 honours in Life Sciences or Chemistry. This would include, courses such as Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Pharmacology, Toxicology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Biomedical Sciences, Genetics, Forensic Science or similar. Chemistry and Biology qualifications equivalent to UK A-level will also be beneficial.
1 Year
Sep
- Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
- Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance
Tuition fees
Domestic
16,950 GBP
International
35,800 GBP
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