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Master of Chemistry (with Honours) - MChem (H)
Forensic Chemistry with Science Foundation Year
University of Lincoln
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Forensic Chemistry with Science Foundation Year course at University of Lincoln.
Select a qualification to see required grades
A level
88 UCAS points from a minimum of 2 A Levels or equivalent qualifications.
Most popular A-levels studied
See who's studying at University of Lincoln. These students are taking Forensic Chemistry with Science Foundation Year or another course from the same subject area.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | C |
| Biology | C |
| Mathematics | B |
| Physics | D |
| Psychology | C |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: F1F7
Here's what University of Lincoln says about its Forensic Chemistry with Science Foundation Year course.
The Science Foundation Year aims to prepare students with the fundamental skills and knowledge required for successful transition into degree-level study, which may open up exciting careers and further study opportunities. Students on the Science Foundation Year study a combination of core and subject specific modules as part of an integrated degree programme. The combination of modules studied is tailored to the needs of the degree programme that students wish to progress onto after successful completion of the foundation year. Following successful completion of the course, students will then progress onto a full degree programme.
Source: University of Lincoln
Course details
Qualification
Master of Chemistry (with Honours) - MChem (H)
Department
School of Natural Sciences
Location
Lincoln (Main Site) | Lincoln
Duration
5 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Chemistry
Start date
21 September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
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 |
| EU | £18,300 per year |
| International | £18,300 per year |
The modules you will study
Students on all foundation programmes study a combination of core and subject specific modules during the first year as part of an integrated degree programme. The combination of modules studied is tailored to the needs of the full degree programme that students wish to progress onto after successful completion of the foundation year.
Students study two core modules at the start of the programme, which aim to build a foundation in mathematics and introduce key study skills required for further study. Students study two further modules which introduce fundamental aspects of specific areas of science relevant to the chosen foundation year programme. Students also study an integrative module which is aligned to the full degree programme which students' wish to progress onto upon successful completion of the Science Foundation Year.
How you will be assessed
The way students will be assessed on this course will vary for each module. It could include coursework, such as a dissertation or essay, written and practical exams, portfolio development, group work or presentations to name some examples. Throughout this degree, students may receive tuition from professors, senior lecturers, lecturers, researchers, practitioners, visiting experts or technicians, and they may be supported in their learning by other students.
University of Lincoln student reviews
Showing 54 reviews
2nd year student
1 year ago
VERY GOOD! Lots of choice for societies and they offer help with housing, contracts, course issues. They have several bars and a nightclub on campus and run u2018quacku2019 on a Wednesday which is always packed! They run so many events and they do exam support weeks with free food and things like do...
2nd year student
1 year ago
Thereu2019s something to do every night. Tons of bars to go to and about 3 nightclubs that people actually go to mainly u2018homeu2019, or u2018quacku2019 at the students union on a Wednesday where all the societies go. All are cheap nights out. Easy to make friends through accom and the millions of...
2nd year student
1 year ago
The accomodation is an average price for Universityu2019s. The main supermarket is Morrisons so quite expensive but thereu2019s tons of little tescos and Iceland farm foods and Lidl around the city within walking distance. Most people just order food from Lidl or Tesco as itu2019s like u00a32 delive...
2nd year student
1 year ago
Access is amazing we get emails and a point of contact with our tutors if we need any resources. Anything from health and well-being to employability they help with. They helped me find a placement this year and they send emails with information for everything we need!
2nd year student
1 year ago
The facilities are very good the libraryu2019s open 24/7 and we have so many options for accommodation to choose from all are up to a decent standard. We have very good sports facilities and a student nightclub which also hosts many events like careers fairs. Thereu2019s so many lecture buildings al...
2nd year student
1 year ago
My course is very good I have seminars and lectures one of each for 4 modules. My lecturers are amazing and always willing to help! All the power points and work is available online so itu2019s easy to not behind. Itu2019s really good to make friends they make us interact with others on our course. ...
National Student Survey (NSS) scores at University of Lincoln
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 Lincoln students who took the Forensic Chemistry with Science Foundation Year course - or another course in the same subject area.
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
76%
low
Teaching on my course
76%
low
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
84%
low
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
78%
low
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
58%
low
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
84%
low
Learning opportunities
79%
low
Learning opportunities
79%
low
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
80%
low
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
83%
low
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
84%
low
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
72%
low
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
75%
low
Assessment and feedback
64%
low
Assessment and feedback
64%
low
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
73%
med
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
97%
high
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
45%
low
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
49%
low
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
58%
low
Academic support
85%
low
Academic support
85%
low
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
92%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
78%
low
Organisation and management
54%
low
Organisation and management
54%
low
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
54%
low
How well organised is your course?
54%
low
Learning resources
79%
low
Learning resources
79%
low
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
74%
low
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
89%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
78%
low
Student voice
66%
low
Student voice
66%
low
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
52%
low
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
79%
low
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
67%
low
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
65%
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?
90%
high
Student information
See who's studying at University of Lincoln. These students are taking Forensic Chemistry with Science Foundation Year or another course from the same subject area.
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
Facts and figures about University of Lincoln graduates who took Forensic Chemistry with Science Foundation Year - or another course in the same subject area.
Graduate statistics
75%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
85%
In work, study or other activity
70%
Say it fits with future plans
50%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
30%
Natural and social science professionals
15%
Science, engineering and technology associate professionals
10%
Sales occupations
5%
Engineering professionals
Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from University of Lincoln graduates who took Forensic Chemistry with Science Foundation Year - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£24.5k
First year after graduation
£27.9k
Third 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 with Science Foundation Year.
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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