Study Forensic Science with a Year Abroad at University of Kent in the UK, School of Physical Sciences

Forensic Science with a Year Abroad

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What will I learn?

Course overviewDo you want to understand the science behind crime scene investigation, develop your laboratory skills and learn how to deliver expert witness testimony? Then choose our top-ranked Forensic Science degree.You'll spend your year abroad studying at one of our partner institutions. Studying and living abroad helps you grow in confidence and enhances your employability. You'll also make friends in the country you're studying in and meet other adventurous students from around the world.You'll graduate with in-depth knowledge of the theory behind the science. Much of your learning will be gained through simulated crime scenes, court cases and major incident exercises that unfold in real time in our outstanding laboratories. You’ll also discover how you can apply your skills to the field of archaeology and within the food and pharmaceutical industries.AccreditationThis course is fully accredited by The Chartered Society of Forensic Science.Your futureForensic scientists are in demand in lots of areas. In addition to working with the police and in the criminal justice system, forensic skills are also sought after in the food and pharmaceutical industries and can be applied within archaeology. Our graduates have gone on to work for companies such as:CellmarkDNA LegalEurofins Forensic ServicesGSKForensic Explosives Laboratory (part of the Ministry of Defence, it provides scientific support to the Police and Crown Prosecution Service).You'll also develop key transferable skills including: the ability to work independently or as part of a team to analyse and problem solve to conduct research and communicate your findings.

Which department am I in?

School of Physical Sciences

Study options

Full Time (4 Years)

Tuition fees
£17,991.25 (US$ 23,234) per year
This is a provisional fee yet to be approved

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

October 2027

Venue

University of Kent - Canterbury Campus

Canterbury Campus,

Canterbury,

Kent,

CT2 7NZ, Southern England, United Kingdom

Full Time (4 Years)

Tuition fees
£23,500.00 (US$ 30,349) per year
The fee mentioned is for 2025 entry.

This is a provisional fee yet to be approved

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

October 2026

Venue

University of Kent - Canterbury Campus

Canterbury Campus,

Canterbury,

Kent,

CT2 7NZ, Southern England, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

UCAS points – 104 – 120, A level – BBB in 3 subjects including Chemistry or Biology at B, BTEC Nationals- The University will consider applicants holding/studying BTEC Extended National Diploma Qualifications (QCF; NQF;OCR) in Applied Science or Forensic and Criminal Investigation (must include Unit 15 Practical Chemical Analysis) at DDM, GCSE – Mathematics grade 4/C, T level - The University will consider applicants holding T level qualifications in subjects closely aligned to the course, Access to HE Diploma - The University welcomes applications from Access to Higher Education Diploma candidates for consideration. A typical offer may require you to obtain 45 credits at Level 3 with 24 credits at Distinction and 21 credits at Merit, International Baccalaureate - 120 tariff points - typically H5, H6, H6 including HL Chemistry or Biology 5.

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

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