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    Forensic Science degrees abroad

    Forensic science looks at applying science to help with an investigation. It may be used in civil cases as well as criminal ones, and uses learnings from chemistry and biology to obtain evidence. Some of the techniques used in forensic science include fingerprinting, hair analysis, luminol spray, and toxicology.

    The popularity of studying forensic science has increased significantly over the last decade, in part due to popular TV series and films. Across the world you can study forensic science at bachelor’s, master’s and PhD levels.

    Forensic Science program structure

    At undergraduate level, bachelor’s degrees in forensic science may take between three and four years to complete. At master’s level, a program will last between one and two years. A PhD in forensics will take at least three years full time to complete.

    Forensic science degrees may be accredited by an official body or organization in the country you are studying in. This means that they meet the strict standards of practice necessary for a professional environment.

    At some institutions you are able to experience a work placement as part of your degree, giving you real world experience of what you’ve learnt on your course.

    You’ll study the main areas of forensic science through modules. Some areas of study are compulsory, and others are elective for you to specialize in or expand your knowledge in other subjects. Some of the most common module topics in forensic science include:

    • Biology in forensic science
    • Chemistry in forensic science
    • Anatomy and physiology
    • Digital forensics
    • DNA analysis
    • Ballistics
    • Laws for evidence

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    Forensic science undergraduate programs

    Bachelor's in forensic science

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      Medicinal Chemistry and Forensic Science - Dual BSc (Hons) Keele University, UK

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      3 years
      Annual tuition fee
      21,812 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 17,500 GBP

      Start date
      September
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      Biological Sciences: Forensic Science (STEM) - BS California State University, East Bay, USA

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      16,499 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 16,499 USD

      Start date
      January, August
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      Chemistry: Forensic Science - BSc Southeast Missouri State University, USA

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      13,155 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 13,155 USD

      Start date
      August, January
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      Chemistry: Forensics - BA/BSc Murray State University, USA

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      13,920 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 13,920 USD

      Start date
      January, April, August
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      Chemistry: Forensics Chemistry - BA California State University, Sacramento, USA

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      16,800 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 16,800 USD

      Start date
      November, May
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    Associate in forensic science

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      Computing and Information Technology: Cyber Security-Digital Forensics - AASc College of Southern Nevada, USA

      Program type
      Associate
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      11,048 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 11,048 USD

      Start date
      August, January, June
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      Forensic Science - AASc Fox Valley Technical College, USA

      Program type
      Associate
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      6,600 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 6,600 USD

      Start date
      August, January
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      Forensic Science Dual Admission Programs (CUNY Justice Academy) - Dual ASc/BSc John Jay College of Criminal Justice, USA

      Program type
      Associate/Bachelor's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      14,880 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 14,880 USD

      Start date
      January, September
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    Certificate in forensic science

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      Computing and Information Technology: Cyber Security-Digital Forensics - Cert College of Southern Nevada, USA

      Program type
      Undergraduate certificate
      Duration
      1 year
      Annual tuition fee
      11,048 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 11,048 USD

      Start date
      August, January, June
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    Forensic science graduate programs

    Master's in forensic science

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      Forensic Science - MSc John Jay College of Criminal Justice, USA

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      15,390 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 15,390 USD

      Start date
      September
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      Forensic Science (Advanced Practice) - MSc Teesside University, UK

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      20 months
      Annual tuition fee
      9,348 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 7,500 GBP

      Start date
      September, January
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      Forensic Science - MSc University of Auckland, New Zealand

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      1 year
      Annual tuition fee
      28,301 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 44,310 NZD

      Start date
      February, July
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      Forensic Science - MA National University, USA
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      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      16 months
      Annual tuition fee
      15,912 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 15,912 USD

      Start date
      August, September, October, November, January, February, April, May, July
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      Forensic Science - MSc Pace University, USA

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      23,706 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 23,706 USD

      Start date
      September, January, May
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    Diploma in forensic science

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      Forensic Science - PGDipForensic University of Auckland, New Zealand

      Program type
      Postgraduate diploma
      Duration
      1 year
      Annual tuition fee
      28,439 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 44,526 NZD

      Start date
      February, July
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    Future forensic science careers

    In terms of careers directly related to forensics, graduates can go on to do some of the following roles:

    • Police officer
    • Detective
    • Crime scene investigator
    • Biomedical scientist
    • Toxicologist
    • Laboratory technician

    Graduates of forensics have showed that they are methodical and have a great eye for detail. Regardless of the career you go into after studying forensic these skills will be highly sought after by employers.

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