Course name
University name or location
Topic or category
Find a course
Search, shortlist and compare thousands of courses to find that perfect one.
Where to study
See what makes a university special and discover where you belong.
Find a university
Search by name or city.
Get Advice
Get tips, tricks and wise words from students and experts at each stage.
Browse advice
A-level choices
Accounting personal statement examples
Law degree
Revision help
Oxbridge applications
Ucas application
Student life
Student finance
Browse all advice
Popular right now
Can you speak lawyer?
What is a university lecture like?
Law degree or no law degree - should you go to law school?
What A-levels do you need to study law?
Six things you need to know before making your final A-level choices
What university is really like
Why it's worth joining societies at uni
What students wish they’d known about postgrad study
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Forensic Toxicology
University of Greenwich
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Forensic Toxicology course at University of Greenwich.
Select a qualification to see required grades
A level
104 UCAS Tariff points from A Levels including a relevant Science subject, such as, Biology, Chemistry or Physics, at grade C.
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,535 per year |
| Scotland | £9,535 per year |
| Wales | £9,535 per year |
| Northern Ireland | £9,535 per year |
| Channel Islands | £9,535 per year |
| Republic of Ireland | £9,535 per year |
| EU | £17,500 per year |
| International | £17,500 per year |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: F400
Here's what University of Greenwich says about its Forensic Toxicology course.
Our degree will prepare you for many exciting careers spanning forensic science, whether you are interested in working for a forensic science provider, hospital or research laboratory.
Our degree in Forensic Toxicology will prepare you for many exciting careers spanning forensic science, whether you are interested in working for a forensic science provider, hospital or research laboratory. With millions of chemicals in existence, there is little wonder why it is important to understand the effects of these substances on the body and the methods capable of their detection. The relevance of drug use and abuse in forensic casework can be illustrated by statements such as "the drug made me do it" which is a very common defence argument leading to more lenient sentencing and reduced culpability.
In the words of Paracelsus, "it's the dose that makes the poison" so you will graduate with strong quantitative and analytical skills. Among many topics, you will learn about many different types of drugs, how they act on the human body, how they are detected, how to report evidence of drugs, and defence arguments used in the court of law. You will also gain an appreciation of topics such as crime scene sciences, biology, chemistry and physiology.
Whether you are interested in a career involving clinical toxicology or are enticed by research involving novel crossover specialisms such as entomotoxicology, anthrotoxicology, ecotoxicology and pharmacogenetics, this course will prepare you for your career of choice.
What you should know about this course
-
This is the only Undergraduate Forensic Toxicology course in the UK.
-
Study a course that will provide you with a unique set of transferable skills to take into a variety of industries.
-
Gain a foundation in forensic toxicology to prepare you for the world of work in the forensic, practical, research, chemical, and pharmaceutical fields
-
Get "hands on" learning of the procedures you will encounter in the workplace
-
This course is taught at our Medway Campus in Chatham Maritime, Kent.
Course details
There are a few options in how you might study Forensic Toxicology at University of Greenwich.
Check the
2 course options available.
Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Department
School of Science
Location
University of Greenwich (Medway Campus) | Chatham
Duration
4 Years
Study mode
Sandwich
Subjects
• Toxicology
Start date
September 2025
Application deadline
January 29, 2025
The modules you will study
All degree courses are made of modules – individual units of study on different topics. Some modules are compulsory; others can be chosen from a list of options. Our website has full details of your degree structures. Module content, and how each is module is assessed. The direct link to this course on our website, can be found at the bottom of this page
How you will be assessed
Students are assessed through a combination of assessment methods depending on the modules chosen. Some courses may also include 'practice' assignments, which help you monitor progress and do not count towards your final grade. Our website has full details of your degree structures, module content, and how each module is assessed. The direct link to this course on our website, can be found at the bottom of this page.
University of Greenwich reviews
Showing 123 reviews
2nd year
Speech and language therapy
GSU aren't very diverse. In the GSU elections, there were only 5 women out of 25 candidates. This is a huge issue
4 months ago
2nd year
Speech and language therapy
OK. Greenwich has a Spoons so thats cool but Avery Hill is a little bit farther and the greenwich bus service is free which is good but yeah
4 months ago
2nd year
Speech and language therapy
The course did not feel like it was worth the money. Neither did the accommodation really.
4 months ago
2nd year
Speech and language therapy
It was okay. Not the best, maybe the worst? The course definitely needs to improve. I regret studying here. Should've chose a better uni for speech therapy for sure.
4 months ago
2nd year
Speech and language therapy
Accommodation is okay -- can be noisy, unclean and campus isn't always safe. There have been a few incidents that have happened at this campus. (Avery Hill Campus)
4 months ago
2nd year
Speech and language therapy
This course is based at the Avery Hill Campus. Unfortunately I have had a very bad experience so far. Unfortunately, the course is consistently performing below expected student expectations.
4 months ago
National Student Survey (NSS) scores
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
Here you can see ratings from University of Greenwich students who took the Forensic Toxicology course - or another course in the same subject area.
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
88%
med
Teaching on my course
88%
med
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
94%
high
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
94%
med
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
81%
med
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
81%
low
Learning opportunities
85%
med
Learning opportunities
85%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
88%
med
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
87%
med
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
94%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
75%
low
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
81%
med
Assessment and feedback
91%
high
Assessment and feedback
91%
high
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
100%
high
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
100%
high
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
81%
high
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
88%
high
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
88%
high
Academic support
91%
med
Academic support
91%
med
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
94%
high
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
88%
med
Organisation and management
75%
med
Organisation and management
75%
med
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
75%
med
How well organised is your course?
75%
med
Learning resources
98%
high
Learning resources
98%
high
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
100%
high
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
100%
high
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
94%
high
Student voice
77%
med
Student voice
77%
med
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
73%
high
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
88%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
80%
med
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?
87%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
87%
high
Student information
See who's studying at University of Greenwich. These students are taking Forensic Toxicology or another course from the same subject area.
| Most popular A-levels studied | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subject | Grade | |||||
| Chemistry | D | |||||
| Biology | D | |||||
| Mathematics | C | |||||
| Psychology | B | |||||
| Sociology | B | |||||
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
The Forensic Toxicology course includes content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below for information about University of Greenwich graduates across each of those subject areas.
Graduate statistics
45%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
95%
In work, study or other activity
90%
Say it fits with future plans
50%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
20%
Administrative occupations
15%
Science, engineering and technology associate professionals
5%
Business and public service associate professionals
5%
Caring personal services
Graduate statistics
95%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
90%
In work, study or other activity
90%
Say it fits with future plans
90%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
10%
Other Health Professionals
6%
Therapy professionals
5%
Business and public service associate professionals
3%
Administrative occupations
Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from University of Greenwich graduates who took Forensic Toxicology - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£27.4k
First year after graduation
£38.7k
Third year after graduation
£33.8k
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 Toxicology.
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
Discussions
Discussions
Students are talking about University of Greenwich on The Student Room.
University of Greenwich open days
Are you thinking of applying to this university?
Before you do, it's a good idea to go to an open day. You can have a good look around campus, getting a better idea of what it's like to study there. You'll meet current students and staff and get the chance to ask them questions.
Universities will list upcoming open days on their websites. Most will also have virtual open days; these are a great alternative if you really can't get there in person. For tips on preparing for open days, check the advice section here on The Uni Guide.
