Study Forensic Science MSc at King's College London, University of London in the UK, Faculty of Life Sciences and Medicine
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What will I learn?

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. Accredited by The Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences, our Forensic Sciences course is the longest-running programme of its type in England, having been first established in 1985. You will benefit from an advanced and flexible study programme devised and delivered by internationally leading researchers, and recognised forensic providers including our accredited DNA analysis and Drug Control Centre testing laboratories. We also collaborate closely with the Forensic Directorates of the Metropolitan Police and City of London Police in both teaching and research.

Which department am I in?

Faculty of Life Sciences and Medicine

Study options

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees
£38,300.00 (US$ 49,462) per year
This is a fixed fee
Start date

September 2026

Venue

Waterloo Campus

57 Waterloo Road,

London,

Greater London,

SE1 8WA, Southern England, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

A minimum 2:1 undergraduate Bachelors (honours) degree. If you have a lower degree classification, or a degree in an unrelated subject, your application may be considered if you can demonstrate significant relevant work experience, or offer a related graduate qualification (such as a Masters or PGDip).

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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