Chemistry with Forensic Science - BSc (Hons)
University of Kent
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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Canterbury Campus

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OCT-25

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3 Years

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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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Canterbury Campus

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OCT-26

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3 Years

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Curious about the structure of chemicals and the reactions they have with one another? Interested about how chemistry is applied across a range of forensic science disciplines? Enter the fascinating world of Chemistry with Forensic Science at Kent to gain the knowledge and practical skills in aid of tackling the challenges of the 21st century - from drug design and analysis to understanding the science that underpins and supports crime scene investigation.Our distinctive course provides a ...Read more

Curious about the structure of chemicals and the reactions they have with one another? Interested about how chemistry is applied across a range of forensic science disciplines? Enter the fascinating world of Chemistry with Forensic Science at Kent to gain the knowledge and practical skills in aid of tackling the challenges of the 21st century - from drug design and analysis to understanding the science that underpins and supports crime scene investigation.

Our distinctive course provides a carefully curated set of ‘chemistry in context modules where you will apply your skills and knowledge to interesting case studies and in the solution of real-world chemical and forensic science problems.
Your future:
You'll graduate with an excellent grounding in scientific knowledge and extensive laboratory experience, as well as a toolbox of transferable skills highly sought after by employers. These include excellent communication and problem-solving skills the ability to work independently or as part of a team analytical thinking and effective time management. Typical graduate destinations include:

Concept Life Sciences
GSK
Ministry of Defence
Pfizer
Reckitt
SG Technologies Ltd
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Forensic Science
WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
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82/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
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2nd
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
52nd
What students say
S
Salina
10 Jan 24

I really enjoy working in the labrotary and working with a range of chemicals. In addition to this the library is very large and convient as it is in the centre of campus...Read more

K
Katy
04 Oct 23

The campus is beautiful - modern facilities dotted across Kent countryside and woodlands. I love watching the campus bunnies and squirrels skipping across the footpath as I walk..Read more

Entry requirements

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A level

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BBC Grades / Points required

UCAS Tariff:

96 Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

D: 18, M: 24 Grades / Points required

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C Grades / Points required

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DMM Grades / Points required

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£9,535 per year

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£23,500 per year

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£23,500 per year

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S
Salina
10 Jan 24
Chemistry BSc (Hons)
I really enjoy working in the labrotary and working with a range of chemicals. In addition to this the library is very large and convient as it is in the centre of campus....
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K
Katy
04 Oct 23
Chemistry - PhD
The campus is beautiful - modern facilities dotted across Kent countryside and woodlands. I love watching the campus bunnies and squirrels skipping across the footpath as I walk...
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University of Kent
University of Kent , Canterbury

Established in 1965, the University of Kent has a proud track record of excellence in teaching and research and is ambitious to...

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University of Kent
Canterbury Canterbury Kent CT2 7NZ United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Canterbury West  0.6 miles away

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