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Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Forensic Chemistry Keele University Keele University, UK

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GBP 17700

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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 Free

Application Fee

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36 months

Duration

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6

IELTS

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79

TOEFL

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65%

Min GPA

Program Overview

Forensic Chemistry covers a breadth of topics and enables you to build practical, analytical, problem-solving and research skills, preparing you for exciting career opportunities.   

Advancements in chemistry are driving modern forensic evidence analysis. In this programme you’ll develop skills vital for today’s chemists and deepen your understanding of chemistry’s core principles, from atomic bonding to techniques for measuring and observing chemical reactions.

You’ll explore the techniques used for the recovery and analysis in crime scene investigation (CSI) and discover how chemical analysis of evidence forms the backbone of forensic science.  There's a focus on how modern analytical techniques can detect the compounds in forensic materials and how concepts from physical and inorganic chemistry can explain what we observe in chemical reactions.  

You’ll enhance your CSI skills and knowledge in areas such as drug-related crime, pharmacology, forensic imaging, and blood spatter analysis, and you’ll gain confidence in communicating forensic findings to diverse audiences.

A major focus of the programme is developing your hands-on experience. You'll use professional equipment and techniques in well-equipped chemistry labs and modern forensic science facilities. Our dedicated crime scene simulation areas include indoor and outdoor scenarios including vehicle and fire examinations and our Crime Scene House.  Keele’s unique 600-acre campus offers a fantastic environment to apply your theoretical knowledge to real life forensic investigation scenarios.   

Optional modules allow you tailor your studies to specific interests, enhancing your understanding of topics such as sustainable chemistry and forensic toxicology.

There are opportunities to boost your employability including an additional certification in expert witness testimony, undertake a work placement year or complete an optional flexible work placement module.

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Additional Information

Program Level 3-Year Bachelor's Degree

College/University Processing Time 7 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Post-Study Work Visa (PSWV) work permit

Program Intake

Open

Sep 2025

Closed

Sep 2024

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted for this program, students must have Standard XII Higher Secondary Certificate.
      • Including 70% in Chemistry in the ICSE, CBSE or Western Bengal Standard XII, or average of 70% from four subjects including 75% in Chemistry in any other Standard XII.

    6 IELTS Score
    79 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
    59 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
    65% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    Tuition Fee

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    Average Tuition Fee Per Year

    17700

    Tuition Fee
    (GBP)

     Free

    Application Fee
    (GBP)

    9207 Per year

    Average Cost of Living
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    The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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    Scholarships

    Undergraduate Global Scholarship (UG) 2025

    The award

    The Undergraduate Global Scholarship is awarded to students who exceed the published entry requirements on entry.

    • Year 1
      • Awards of £5,000 will be awarded towards the Year 1 (Level 4) tuition fee for students who exceed published entry requirements on entry.
    • Year 2
      • If a weighted average module mark of 60-69% is achieved from the modules studied in Year 1 (Level 4), then a payment of £1,000 will be awarded towards the Year 2 (Level 5) tuition fee. If a weighted average module mark of 70% or more is achieved from the modules studied in Year 1 (Level 4), then a payment of £2,000 will be awarded towards the Year 2 (Level 5) tuition fee.
    • Year 3
      • If a weighted average module mark of 60-69% is achieved from the modules studied in Year 2 (Level 5), then a payment of £1,000 will be awarded towards the Year 3 (Level 6) tuition fee. If a weighted average module mark of 70% or more is achieved from the modules studied in Year 2 (Level 5), then a payment of £2,000 will be awarded towards the Year 3 (Level 6) tuition fee.
    • Year 4 (if applicable)
      • If a weighted average module mark of 60-69% is achieved from the modules studied in Year 3 (Level 6), then a payment of £1,000 will be awarded towards the Year 4 (Level 7) tuition fee. If a weighted average module mark of 70% or more is achieved from the modules studied in Year 3 (Level 6), then a payment of £2,000 will be awarded towards the Year 4 (Level 7) tuition fee.

    Eligibility

    • Enrolled undergraduate international students who exceed the published entry requirements (as per the prospectus for the year of entry) will automatically be awarded the scholarship as a tuition fee discount.
    • Only self-funding international students are eligible and you must be confirmed as an overseas student for fee paying purposes. The scholarship is not open to students who are in receipt of funding from external bodies such as local Government, charities or private organisations.
    • The scholarship is for full-time undergraduate students who will be based at Keele University and start their studies in September 2025. The award cannot be used for any other year of entry.
    • One-year top-up degree courses are also eligible for the Scholarship, as long as all course and applicant-related terms and conditions are met.

    Exceptions

    The scholarship is not available for students on the following programmes:

    • entering Foundation Year study
    • Medicine programmes
    • Programmes delivered through the Harper and Keele Veterinary School

    International Excellence Scholarship- PG

    Tuition fee discount for full-time, self-funded international students

    Postgraduate:
    Based on class of UG award:

    • 1st (75%+/CGPA 7.5+) = £5,000
    • 2:1 (60-74% / CGPA 6.5-7.4) = £4,000
    • 2:2 (55-59%/CGPA 6.0-6.4)= £3,000

    Please Note -

    • Automatically awarded.
    • Cannot be combined with external scholarships.The scholarship is not available for students studying fully online courses delivered by Keele. 

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