Postgraduate study in Forensic Science
What can you study in Forensic Science?
Forensic Science covers a broad range of topics, from the statistical evaluation of glass evidence to the development of new molecules to aid in the visualisation of fingerprint residues. You will learn key skills in forensic searching and chemical and biological analysis.
Research interests open to exploration can include:
- Environmental forensic science
- Field science
- Forensic biology
- Illicit drugs
- Physical evidence
Structuring your postgraduate programme in Forensic Science
For information about the Postgraduate Diploma in Forensic Science, please see PGDipForensic.
Master of Science (MSc) in Forensic Science 120-point (one-year) research masters
Master of Science (MSc) in Forensic Science 240-point research masters
105 points from:
- FORENSIC 701 Fundamental Concepts in Forensic Science
- FORENSIC 702 Introduction to Forensic Science
- FORENSIC 703 Statistics and Molecular Biology for Forensic Science
- FORENSIC 704 Techniques and Applications for Forensic Science
- FORENSIC 706 Environmental Forensic Science
- FORENSIC 707A/B Project in Forensic Science
15 points from a 700-level course in a related subject:
120 points:
Courses
Explore the postgraduate courses you can take for a Forensic Science major:
Where can postgraduate study in Forensic Science take you?
Many of our students have gone on to become forensic scientists or technicians, while others have chosen related careers or decided to pursue further study.
Jobs related to Forensic Science
- Document examiners
- Fingerprint examiners
- Forensic geologists
- Forensic scientists or technicians with ESR
- Laboratory technicians
- Patent officers
- Pharmaceutical representatives
- Quality assurance roles
Scholarships and awards
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Find out about the scholarships you may be eligible for, search available scholarships or begin an application by visiting Scholarships and awards.
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