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Analytical and Forensic Science

University of South Wales
Tuition GBP 12,300 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 4,750 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Degree MSc
Duration 12 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Newport, United Kingdom
Language English

Program Overview

The Analytical and Forensic Science at University of South Wales is a MSc programme in Humanities over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Analytical and Forensic Science programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 12 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Tuition: GBP 12,300 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 4,750 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
  6. Location: Pontypridd, United Kingdom

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Analytical and Forensic Science programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:

  1. Researcher / Academic
  2. Cultural Programme Manager
  3. Editor / Writer
  4. Translator / Interpreter
  5. Museum Curator
  6. Communications Specialist

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Advanced DNA analysis
  2. Separation science
  3. Analytical toxicology
  4. Interpretation, evalutation and presentation of casework
  5. Advanced crime scene and evidence analysis
  6. Project design, management and enterprise
  7. Laboratory research project

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

A 2:2 BSc (Hons) degree in either forensic science, forensic chemistry, forensic biology or a degree which includes chemistry. Other applicants will be considered on an individual basis.

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

GBP 12,300 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 4,750 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students

Tuition fees: GBP 12,300 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 4,750 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students

IELTS requirement: 6.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact University of South Wales directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.

About University of South Wales

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University of South Wales

Newport, United Kingdom

The University of South Wales is a public university in Wales, with campuses in Cardiff, Newport and Pontypridd. It was formed on 11 April 2013 from the merger of the University of Glamorgan and...

University Profile
  • Language English
  • Duration 12 months