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Full time September MSc 1 year full-time
Forensic & Archaeological Sciences (16)

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The MSc Forensic Science programme at UWE Bristol is a one-year conversion course designed to equip you with the necessary knowledge and skills to pursue a career in forensic science. Accredited by the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences, this programme offers a deep understanding of how science is used to investigate crime. Delivered with input from industry professionals, the course follows the journey of evidence from the crime scene to the courtroom. You'll have access to state-of-the-art facilities, including a crime scene house, laboratories, and mock courtrooms. Upon graduation, you'll be well-prepared for a range of roles, such as forensic biologist, DNA analyst, and crime scene investigator. To apply, you'll need an honours degree in a relevant applied or social science subject.

About the course

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.

This conversion course means you do not have to currently hold an undergraduate degree in Forensic Science to apply for this.

It provides you with the required knowledge and skills to enter into a career in forensic science.

During this one year masters, you'll receive high level training in analytical science, incorporating elements of biology, chemistry and law. You'll gain an in-depth understanding of not only the scientific issues that affect the outcome of criminal trials, but also societal factors such as unconscious bias and juror expectation.

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Entry Requirements

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.
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.



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