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Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Forensic Science course at University of Kent.
Select a qualification to see required grades
A level
B,B,B
including any required subjects as listed in the relevant qualification section
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: F410
Here's what University of Kent says about its Forensic Science course.
Forensic Science Do you want to understand the science behind crime scene investigation, develop your laboratory skills and be trained in the delivery of expert witness testimony? Then choose our top-ranked Forensic Science degree.
You'll graduate with in-depth knowledge of the theory behind the science, supported by practical experience gained in simulated crime scenes and court cases, major incident exercises that unfold in real time and in our outstanding laboratories. You'll also discover how the skills you gain can be applied within archaeology and in the food and pharmaceutical industries.
You may want to consider studying abroad for a year as part of your course or spending a year on professional placement. We also offer the option of a four-year Integrated Master's course (MSci). If you don't have a science background or don't meet our entry requirements, you can take our foundation year.
Accreditation This course is fully accredited by The Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences.
Your future Forensic scientists are in demand in lots of areas. In addition to working with the police and in the criminal justice system, forensic skills are also sought after in the food and pharmaceutical industries and can be applied within archaeology. Our graduates have gone on to work for companies such as:
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Cellmark
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DNA Legal
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Eurofins Forensic Services
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GSK
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Forensic Explosives Laboratory (part of the Ministry of Defence, it provides scientific support to the Police and Crown Prosecution Service).
You'll also develop key transferable skills including: the ability to work independently or as part of a team; to analyse and problem solve; to conduct research and communicate your findings.
Location Our city, your time. It has never been a better time to study in Canterbury. Our high student population creates a vibrant, diverse and student-friendly atmosphere. We are a hub of exciting new ideas emerging from a stunning historic city - join us and get involved!
Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Department
School of Physical Sciences
Location
Canterbury campus | Canterbury
Duration
3 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Forensic science
Start date
September 27, 2025
Application deadline
January 29, 2025
University of Kent reviews
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1st year student
Five stars: Excellent
1 year ago
1st year student
A lot of societies and social activities available
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1st year student
Have a lot of offers on campus cafes and shops for students, even a food bank is available
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1st year student
Many resources available
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Organised and clean
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Very interesting and hands on
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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 Kent students who took the Forensic Science course - or another course in the same subject area.
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
87%
med
Teaching on my course
87%
med
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
91%
med
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
94%
med
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
77%
med
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
85%
low
Learning opportunities
80%
low
Learning opportunities
80%
low
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
75%
low
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
81%
low
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
92%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
74%
low
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
77%
med
Assessment and feedback
68%
low
Assessment and feedback
68%
low
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
87%
med
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
89%
med
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
56%
low
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
43%
low
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
66%
low
Academic support
88%
med
Academic support
88%
med
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
88%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
90%
med
Organisation and management
80%
med
Organisation and management
80%
med
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
79%
med
How well organised is your course?
81%
med
Learning resources
86%
low
Learning resources
86%
low
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
92%
high
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
83%
low
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
81%
low
Student voice
80%
med
Student voice
80%
med
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
66%
med
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
94%
high
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
79%
med
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
74%
med
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
86%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
88%
high
Student information
See who's studying at University of Kent. These students are taking Forensic Science or another course from the same subject area.
| Most popular A-levels studied | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subject | Grade | |||||
| Biology | B | |||||
| Chemistry | C | |||||
| Psychology | B | |||||
| Mathematics | C | |||||
| Sociology | B | |||||
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
We have no information about graduates who took Forensic Science at University of Kent.
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from University of Kent graduates who took Forensic Science - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£25.2k
First year after graduation
£25.6k
Third year after graduation
£27.6k
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 Science.
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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