Doctor of PhilosophyPart-time

MPhil/PhD Forensic Science

University of LincolnLincoln, United Kingdom
Level
Doctor of Philosophy
Duration
MPhil: 18 to 32 months PhD: 27 to 48 months
Mode
Part-time
Subject
Forensic Science
Location
United Kingdom
IELTS
6.0 overall

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Research students in Forensic Science have the opportunity to work alongside a multidisciplinary team in the School of Chemistry, and can benefit from strong links with industry practitioners. Students have the opportunity to engage in the work to develop innovative methods and techniques to assist in solving crime and casework-related issues. Our team is currently engaged in high-profile studies including collaborative projects with the Centre for Applied Science and Technology at the UK Home Office. Students have access to a range of training programmes to support them in their independent investigations, and an experienced supervisory team are on hand to offer advice and direction. Ongoing research projects in the School are focused on topics including the chemical analysis of legal highs, DNA analysis in forensic and archaeological contexts, and forensic toxicology.

Entry requirements

Degree2:1 · Subjects: relevant subject · or above
International qualificationsOverseas students will be required to demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in each element. For information regarding other English language qualifications we accept, please visit the English Requirements page. https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/studywithus/internationalstudents/englishlanguagerequirementsandsupport/englishlanguagerequirements If…

English language requirements

IELTS6.0 overall

IELTS 6.0

Fees

International students: £18,900 per year

Start dates

21 September 2026

Application deadline

Rolling admissions - apply early

Campus

  • Brayford Pool, United Kingdom

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Scholarships at University of Lincoln

4 for this level
  • Chevening Scholarships
  • Global Postgraduate Scholarship£2,000.00 (US$ 2,583)
  • International Alumni Scholarship£2,000.00 (US$ 2,583)
  • Lincoln Alumni MSc School of Health and Social Care Scholarship£1,000.00 (US$ 1,291)
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TuitionGBP 18,900
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Health surcharge, first year how it is chargedGBP 776
First year in totalGBP 34,286

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