Program Overview
The Forensic Science and Criminal Justice at University of Leicester is a MSc programme in Humanities over 27 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 Forensic Science and Criminal Justice 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: 27 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: GBP 10,525 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 10,525 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Leicester, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Forensic Science and Criminal Justice 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
- Crime Scene Examination
- Trace Evidence Analysis
- Evidential Value and Interpretation
- Research Methods
- Fingerprint corrosion of metal
- Arson investigation
- Forensic engineering
- Toxicology of chemical weapons (F)
- Blood distribution and spatter (F)
- Environmental forensics (C)
- Biological evidence and serology (F)
- Forensic toxicology (F)
- Biological evidence and serology (F)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission requirements:
- 2:1 degree (or equivalent) and/or extensive and relevant work experience.
English Language Requirements
- IELTS 6.0 or equivalent. If your first language is not English, you may need to provide evidence of your English language ability.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 10,525 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 10,525 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 10,525 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 10,525 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Leicester 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 Leicester
University of Leicester
Moffat, United Kingdom
University of Leicester is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-05-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 27 months