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Forensic Science
| Award | Attendance | Study | Duration | Start | Domestic fees | International fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSc | On-Campus | Full-time | 1 | September | find out | find out |
About Forensic Science, MSc - at University of Kent
Our one-year taught Master's course in Forensic Science develops an integrated and critical understanding of forensic science and prepares you for a professional role in a range of related areas. Our students go on to important and exciting careers within the criminal or civil judicial system, the police or forensic practice, as well as broader scientific areas and further research.
Reasons to study Forensic Science at Kent
- Forensic Science at Kent is ranked 2nd in the UK in The Complete University Guide 2025.
- Our Forensic Science MSc is accredited by The Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences.
- Choose from a large range of exciting and interesting optional modules to enable further specialisation in your chosen areas of expertise, including DNA analysis and interpretation, fires and explosions, and forensic taphonomy.
- Build on your knowledge and understanding of advanced laboratory analytical methods, essential to forensic investigation.
- Our state-of-the-art facilities allow you to gain hands-on practical experience of advanced laboratory analytical techniques and incident management, including in our optional modules in crime scene investigation and forensic taphonomy.
- Develop the command, control and management skills that will enable you to present expert evidential incident reports to the highest standard.
- Expert training in a range of research skills modules to prepare you for independent research, including a summer-long practical research project.
- Small-class teaching with academic staff who have extensive experience in their fields.
- A highly supportive community of forensic science and chemistry postgraduate students and staff.
Entry requirements
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Why study at University of Kent
- In the QS World University Rankings 2026, Kent has been ranked 387th in the world and 50th within the UK
- Kent has been ranked a TOp 50 UK University in the Complete University Guide 2026
- 97% of research at Kent was found to be of international quality in the most recent Research Excellence Framework (an independant national survey of UK universities
- Over 250 clubs and societies including a range of sporting, performance, cultural and faith groups. Share your interests and make lifelong friends around the world.
- Canterbury and Medway is 60 mins from London by high-speed train.
- Multimillion-pound scholarship fund,stunning locations, first-class facilities, and a diverse, inclusive and supportive community
- Dedicated postgraduate graduate and research college that provides extensive support in every part of your study experience – wellbeing, resources, workshops and career preparation.