Master of Science in Forensic Science
Northumbria University - Newcastle City Campus
UK,England
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12 Months
Duration
CAD 20,950/year
Tuition Fee
CAD 0 FREE
Application Fee
Sep 2025
Apply Date
UK, England
Type: University
Location Type: Urban
Founded: 1992
Total Students: 32,000 +
Int. Students: 3,300 +
Campus Detail
Main Campus Address
Newcastle upon Tyne NE7 7YT, United Kingdom
Master of Science in Forensic Science
Program Overview
This Forensic Science MSc is aimed at students from traditional science subjects, who wish to enhance their career prospects within the analytical sciences industry.
The course builds on scientific knowledge gained at undergraduate level and extends your understanding into specialist areas. You will gain knowledge and scientific skills that are directly applicable to the field of forensic science. This course creates prospects of employment in forensic science laboratories as well as in other analytical science labs.
A high level of practical laboratory experience develops competency and professionalism, together with team working, dexterity, and numeracy. Academic knowledge and intellectual curiosity are promoted throughout, driving engaged students to achieve at their highest level. This Masters course involves a unique combination of forensic chemistry and forensic biology. It covers subjects such as trace evidence, toxicology and DNA analysis.
We will continue to offer our new students a range of mock casework and research projects. This will challenge your investigative and research skills and encourage growth in expertise as a forensic scientist. You will undertake a crime scene assessment; examine, analyse, and interpret evidence; produce a court report, and present an oral testimony in a mock court. You will additionally pursue a three-month research project in a specialist area in forensic science. These will shape you as a forensic scientist and build your confidence as a valuable professional.
Application Fee
Application Fee: CAD 0 FREE Tuition Fee
CAD 20,950 per year
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
Living Cost in Northumbria University - Newcastle City Campus
CAD 9,207 per year
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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