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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Forensic Chemistry
Nottingham Trent University
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Forensic Chemistry course at Nottingham Trent University.
Select a qualification to see required grades
A level
104 - 112 UCAS Tariff points from up to four qualifications (two of which must be A-level equivalent including Chemistry grade C)
Most popular A-levels studied
The Forensic Chemistry course at Nottingham Trent University features content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below to find out about the students taking courses in each of those subject areas at this uni.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | C |
| Biology | C |
| Mathematics | D |
| Physics | D |
| Psychology | C |
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | D |
| Biology | B |
| Psychology | B |
| Mathematics | C |
| Physics | D |
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | C |
| Mathematics | D |
| Biology | C |
| Physics | D |
| Business Studies | B |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: F1F4
Here's what Nottingham Trent University says about its Forensic Chemistry course.
In an era of increasingly intricate crimes, the significance of forensic chemistry is growing and playing a crucial role in advancing the quest for justice. Applying chemistry principles to forensic analysis of evidence means that forensic chemists often play a key role in criminal investigations.
You’ll build a robust knowledge of chemistry by focusing on the fundamental concepts before applying it to areas such as illegal and illicit substances, toxicology and forensic casework. You won't just be confined to the classroom. We offer exciting opportunities for work placements and study abroad experiences, allowing you to apply your knowledge in real-world settings and gain a global perspective on forensic analysis.
Our award-winning teaching brings a wealth of expertise and you’ll benefit from opportunities to learn from prestigious guest speakers who are leaders in the forensic chemistry field.
Join us on this thrilling journey where theory meets practice, and knowledge transforms into a powerful tool for forensic analysis.
Source: Nottingham Trent University
Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Department
School of Science and Technology
Location
Clifton Campus | Nottingham
Duration
3 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Forensic science
• Chemistry
• Applied chemistry
Start date
September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,790 per year |
| Scotland | £9,790 per year |
| Wales | £9,790 per year |
| Northern Ireland | £9,790 per year |
| EU | £17,950 per year |
| International | £17,950 per year |
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National Student Survey (NSS) scores at Nottingham Trent University
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
The Forensic Chemistry course at Nottingham Trent University features content from more than one subject area. Using the options below, you can see ratings from students who took courses in each of these subject areas at this uni
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
96%
high
Teaching on my course
96%
high
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
100%
high
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
100%
high
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
93%
high
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
93%
med
Learning opportunities
96%
high
Learning opportunities
96%
high
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
93%
high
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
100%
high
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
93%
high
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
93%
high
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
100%
high
Assessment and feedback
93%
high
Assessment and feedback
93%
high
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
93%
high
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
93%
high
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
93%
high
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
100%
high
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
86%
high
Academic support
96%
high
Academic support
96%
high
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
93%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
100%
high
Organisation and management
93%
high
Organisation and management
93%
high
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
93%
high
How well organised is your course?
93%
high
Learning resources
90%
med
Learning resources
90%
med
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
93%
high
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
93%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
86%
med
Student voice
93%
high
Student voice
93%
high
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
86%
high
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
93%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
100%
high
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
77%
med
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
100%
high
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
100%
high
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
94%
med
Teaching on my course
94%
med
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
91%
med
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
100%
high
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
94%
high
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
91%
med
Learning opportunities
93%
high
Learning opportunities
93%
high
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
91%
med
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
99%
high
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
100%
high
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
88%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
87%
med
Assessment and feedback
86%
med
Assessment and feedback
86%
med
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
93%
high
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
87%
med
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
81%
med
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
88%
med
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
80%
med
Academic support
94%
med
Academic support
94%
med
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
91%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
97%
high
Organisation and management
75%
med
Organisation and management
75%
med
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
74%
med
How well organised is your course?
77%
med
Learning resources
95%
high
Learning resources
95%
high
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
94%
med
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
96%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
96%
high
Student voice
79%
med
Student voice
79%
med
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
65%
med
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
87%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
86%
med
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
92%
high
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
86%
low
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
82%
med
Student information
The Forensic Chemistry course at Nottingham Trent University features content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below to find out about the students taking courses in each of those subject areas at this uni.
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
We have no information about graduates who took Forensic Chemistry at Nottingham Trent University.
Earnings after graduation
The Forensic Chemistry course includes content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below for Nottingham Trent University graduate earnings across each of those subject areas.
Earnings
£23.5k
First year after graduation
£28.1k
Third year after graduation
£31k
Fifth year after graduation
Earnings
£21.2k
First year after graduation
£27.7k
Third year after graduation
£28.1k
Fifth year after graduation
Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Forensic Chemistry.
Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree
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