What do graduates do?
- Forensic scientist
- Forensic science laboratories
- Testing and analysis companies
Before you apply
Usually a degree in a scientific or forensic subject is needed; in the UK accredited (CSFS listed) courses are advised.
Examples of schools where you can study this subject
3 schools in 2 countries. Programmes were checked on the schools’ own websites. These are only examples; every country has many more options. We choose the schools that fit your budget, documents and goals together.
United Kingdom
Bath Spa UniversityForensic Science · BathNottingham Trent UniversityForensic Science BSc (Hons) · Nottingham
USA
Penn State UniversityForensic ScienceWhat to know, country by country
For each country where you can study this subject: an example tuition fee and the next step in the timeline. You can find the details in our country guides.
- 26 October to 21 December 2026
Booking period for the January 2027 session of the ESAT, TMUA and TARA exams (for universities other than Oxford and Cambridge).
- 7 November 2026
SAT exam (next date 5 December 2026). Whether a school asks for a test varies by school
Let’s build your school list for Forensic Science together
- We choose schools from 26 countries that fit your grades, budget and documents.
- We gather every school’s application timeline, required documents and exam scores in one list.
- We put tuition fees and living costs side by side.
- We prepare your application file and personal statement together.
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Last checked: November 2026.
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