Forensic & Analytical Chemistry

University of Strathclyde

United Kingdom, Glasgow

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University of Strathclyde

United Kingdom , Glasgow

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

FF41

Campuses

MainSite

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

Apply to this program

Go to the official application for the university

Duration 5 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 29,350 / year

Next Intake September-2026

Forensic & Analytical Chemistry

About

Study with us

The Centre for Forensic Science at Strathclyde has provided degrees in forensic science for longer than any other university in the UK.

You’ll be joining a global network of Strathclyde graduates; our forensic and analytical chemistry graduates are highly respected throughout the world.

This Integrated Masters degree provides you with a comprehensive education in both chemistry and forensic science. The degree qualifies you as an all-round analytical chemist, with thorough training in the applications of forensic science. Graduates of this course go on to careers in all areas of analytical chemistry including the forensic arena.

Why this course?

This is the only course in the UK to have dual professional accreditation from the Royal Society of Chemistry and the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences. It’s delivered in partnership with the Strathclyde Centre for Forensic Science.

Transferable skills are taught in all years and include IT, scientific writing, presentation skills, report writing and problem-solving. You can study at a European University for one year of your degree, and you can choose to spend your placement year abroad.

Transfer is possible between the other MChem courses and also the following shorter BSc degrees within the first three years:

BSc (Hons) Chemistry
BSc (Hons) Forensic and Analytical Chemistry
BSc (Hons) Chemistry with Drug Discovery

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Highers	*Standard entry requirements: Year 1 entry: AABB/AAAC (Chemistry B, Maths B) Advanced Higher Chemistry and Maths recommended for S6 study and to compensate for missed Higher grades in S5. Minimum entry requirements: Year 1 entry: ABBB/AABC (Chemistry B and Maths B) Advanced Higher Chemistry and Maths recommended for S6 study and to compensate for missed Higher grades in S5. Applicants with grades slightly below the minimum requirements may be considered for admission subject to successful completion of the Strathclyde STEM Summer School.
Advanced Highers	Year 2 entry: ABB (Chemistry, Maths, Physics or Biology)
A Levels	*Standard entry requirements: Year 1 entry: ABB (Chemistry, and one of Maths, Physics or Biology) Year 2 entry:** ABB (Chemistry, Maths, Physics or Biology)
International Baccalaureate	*Standard entry requirements: Year 2 entry: 34 (Chemistry, Maths, Physics or Biology all at HL) Year 1 entry:** 34 (Chemistry at HL and one of Maths, Physics or Biology at HL)
HNC/HND	Year 1 entry: relevant HNC, A in Graded Unit Year 2 entry: relevant HND, AAA in Graded Units
International students	View the entry requirements for your country.
Deferred entry	Accepted

Undergraduate

Students who have studied the Tawjihiyya/Thanawiya General School Certificate are eligible for entry via a foundation programme from the ISC. Students that have studied an International Qualification such as A Levels, IB Diploma, French Bac or the American High School system should check the relevant country.

Postgraduate

A good degree from a recognised Higher Education Institution is acceptable for postgraduate study at Strathclyde. Our applications are judged on a case-by-case basis and can vary depending on the course. As a guide, we normally consider a GPA of 2.8 out of 4 and 3.8 out of 5.

English Program Requirements

We accept a number of English language tests as proof of proficiency in English. IELTS is the most widely available. Information on this can be found on the British Council Website.

Our current standard requirements are:

IELTS (Academic): 6.5 overall (no individual band less than 5.5)
Faculty of Science: IELTS (Academic): 6.0 overall (no individual band less than 5.5)
Faculty of Engineering (Undergraduate only): IELTS (Academic): 6.0 overall (no individual band less than 5.5)

Some degree programmes have different English language requirements to the above so please check each individual course page for details.

Other English language tests may be acceptable and you can find these here:

Recognised English language qualifications for pre-sessional and degree entry

If you have a qualification not listed, you should contact our Recruitment & International Office for advice.

Career

Careers

A degree in chemistry opens doors to a wide variety of employment opportunities and our graduates compete successfully for jobs in the chemical industry. Your chances of employment are substantially increased by having completed training in an industrial placement.

Developments in forensic science move quickly, with new means of gathering and characterising minute traces of evidence constantly being sought.

The skills of analytical chemists are also increasingly in demand for checking the quality of our food and water, protecting the environment and monitoring industrial materials and processes.

Another emerging area is the restoration of artworks and historical artefacts, proving that the career opportunities for a well-trained analytical chemist are both wide and interesting.

This course is accredited by both the Royal Society of Chemistry and the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences. Graduates are eligible to apply for the status of Chartered Chemist, the qualification recognised in the UK and EU for professional chemists.

Where are they now?

Job options (Information taken from Prospects 2024):

Analytical chemist
Biotechnologist
Clinical scientist, biochemistry
Colour technologist
Crime scene investigator
Forensic scientist
Medicinal chemist
Nanotechnologist
Operating department practitioner
Palaeontologist
Pharmacologist
Research scientist (physical sciences)
Toxicologist

Jobs where your degree would be useful include:

Civil service fast streamer
Environmental consultant
Higher education lecturer
Nuclear engineer
Patent attorney
Product/process development scientist
Radiation protection practitioner
Science writer
Secondary school teacher

Fee Information

Fees & funding

All fees quoted are for full-time courses and per academic year unless stated otherwise.

Fees may be subject to updates to maintain accuracy. Tuition fees will be notified in your offer letter.

All fees are in £ sterling, unless otherwise stated, and may be subject to revision.

Annual revision of fees

Students on programmes of study of more than one year (or studying standalone modules) should be aware that tuition fees are revised annually and may increase in subsequent years of study. Annual increases will generally reflect UK inflation rates and increases to programme delivery costs.

Tuition Fee

GBP 29,350

Application Fee

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