Overview

During the Forensic Science at The University of Strathclyde, you’ll join a global network of Strathclyde forensic science graduates in highly respected positions all over the world. In addition to preparing you for life as a forensic scientist, you’ll also graduate with a wide range of practical skills, problem solving and investigative thinking relevant to a wide range of careers.

You'll benefit from the expertise of our enthusiastic teaching staff who also conduct forensic science research and casework. Studying in the Centre for Forensic Science offers a unique experience, combining ‘case-based’ learning with research-led teaching.

Following the general introduction in semester 1, you can choose to specialise in either forensic biology or forensic chemistry. As a forensic biologist you’ll study a range of topics including:

body fluid analysis

blood pattern interpretation

DNA profiling

investigation of assaults and sexual offences

If you choose to specialise in forensic chemistry, you’ll develop expertise in:

analysis of fires and explosives

drugs of abuse

alcohol and toxicology

Careers

Most forensic scientists in Scotland are employed by the Scottish Police Authority Forensic Services.

In the rest of the UK, forensic scientists are employed by individual police forces, private forensic science providers such as Eurofins Forensic Services, Cellmark Forensic Services, Key Forensics, or government bodies such as the Defence Science Technology Laboratory (DSTL).

Outside of the UK, forensic scientists may be employed by police forces, government bodies or private companies.

Forensic scientists generally specialise in specific areas such as biology, chemistry, crime scene examination, DNA analysis, drug analysis, fire investigation.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Professional & Career Skills

Practical Crime Scene Exercise

Forensic Biology

Forensic Chemistry

Practical Examination in Optional Classes

Dissertation

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00

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More details

There’s no formal closing date for postgraduate applications

Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Glasgow, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Minimum second-class Honours degree, or international equivalent, in a relevant science subject such as:

chemistry

biology

biochemistry

pharmacy

zoology

botany

Prospective students with relevant industry experience are also welcome to apply.

Tuition Fees

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34100 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

15300 GBP / year

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Additional Details

England, Wales & Northern Ireland:£15,300

Living costs

Glasgow

United Kingdom

620 - 1012 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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