Program Overview
The Forensics Science at University of South Wales is a MSc programme in Humanities over 48 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 Forensics 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
- Duration: 48 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: GBP 12,600 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 5,150 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Pontypridd, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Forensics Science programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Introduction to Forensic Science
- Introduction to Criminalistics
- Introduction to Forensic Biology
- Organic Chemistry
- Physical Chemistry
- Mathematics Workshop
- Key Skills for Chemical and Forensic Scientists
- Forensic Evidence
- Forensic Imaging
- Analytical Chemistry
- Spectroscopy
- Molecular Biology and an Introduction to Forensic Genetics
- Forensic Earth Science
- Digital Forensics and Security
- Fire and Explosion Investigation
- Advanced Analytical Chemistry
- Human Molecular Genetics
- Forensic DNA Analysis
- Forensic Microscopy
- Electron Microscopy and X-ray Analysis
- Toxicology
- Interpretation, Evaluation and Presentation of Evidence and Information (includes Case Studies, Courtroom skills and a literature review)
- Analytical Toxicology
- Advanced DNA Profiling and Analysis
- Project Design, Management and Enterprise
- Interpretation, Evaluation and Presentation of Casework
- Laboratory Research Project
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 12,600 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 5,150 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 12,600 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 5,150 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6
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
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 48 months