The Master of Science (MSc) programme enables you to pursue advanced study in your area of interest with the opportunity to work on independent research. Programme overview Studying for an MSc is an opportunity for committed scientists to focus on a relevant area of interest or practise and pursue an advanced qualification. While taught masters will provide you with specialist training in your chosen field, a research masters will develop advanced research skills, working alongside Faculty of Science researchers - many of whom are major contributors in their field. 120-point MSc Most students enter an MSc following completion of a PGDipSci. You will need to complete 120 points (maximum of 160 points) in a specialisation within one year of full-time study or two years of part-time study (research masters) or four years of part-time study (taught masters). Not all specialisations offer both taught and research options. 240-point MSc If you enter a MSc directly from an undergraduate degree you will need to complete 240 points (maximum of 280 points) in a specialisation in two years of full-time study or four years of part-time study (research masters) or six years of part-time study (taught masters). Not all specialisations offer both taught and research options. Forensic Science Forensic Science covers a broad range of topics, from the statistical evaluation of glass evidence to the development of new molecules to aid in the visualisation of fingerprint residues. You will learn key skills in forensic searching and chemical and biological analysis. Research interests open to exploration can include: Environmental forensic science Field science Forensic biology Illicit drugs Physical evidence Structuring your postgraduate programme in Forensic Science Master of Science (MSc) in Forensic Science 120-point (one-year) research masters FORENSIC 796 MSc Thesis in Forensic Science Master of Science (MSc) in Forensic Science 240-point research masters 105 points from: FORENSIC 701 Fundamental Concepts in Forensic Science FORENSIC 702 Introduction to Forensic Science FORENSIC 703 Statistics and Molecular Biology for Forensic Science FORENSIC 704 Techniques and Applications for Forensic Science FORENSIC 706 Environmental Forensic Science FORENSIC 707A/B Project in Forensic Science 15 points from a 700-level course in a related subject: Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry 120 points: FORENSIC 796 MSc Thesis in Forensic Science Jobs related to Forensic Science Documents examiners Fingerprint examiners Forensic geologists Forensic scientists or technicians with ESR Laboratory technicians Patent officers Pharmaceutical representatives Quality assurance roles