MSc Forensic Science and Criminal Justice by distance learning

... United Kingdom
... University of Leicester

Course Overview

A postgraduate qualification is an investment in your future. Like you, we are keen that your investment pays off. Undoubtedly, studying for a postgraduate qualification can help your career prospects – you will gain more profound knowledge and high-end skills that will set you apart. Studying with us gives a clear signal to employers. It demonstrates that you have the spark, ambition, and commitment to take your career to the next level. Your employer will also benefit directly from your newly acquired understanding and capabilities.

This course will equip you with the ability to evaluate and interpret different forms of forensic evidence and to consider its relevance to police investigations. You will also acquire an understanding of the many and varied techniques used to forensically examine different evidence types and how to sequence multiple techniques. The breadth of modules will enable you to acquire this skill and knowledge in various disciplines. Such talent and expertise are essential to demonstrate to a court of law that you are credible as an expert witness and able to give an opinion to a jury.

We will offer guidance in skills evaluation at the start of the course, which may help when considering whether a specialist route is correct for you. You will receive further guidance as you enter your dissertation.

General Eligibility

2:1 honors degree or international equivalent in a relevant subject area, e.g., Forensic Science, Chemistry, or Biology.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

  • IELTS 6.0 or equivalent. If your first language is not English, you may need to prove your English ability.

Programme Information
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Course Category

Criminology


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Campus Name

Leicester, England


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Course Level

Postgraduate


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Duration

Full-time, 27 months


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Available Intake

October


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IELTS Score

6.0


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Tuition Fees Range

UK & International fees: £9,900,


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