Top reasons to choose Forensic Science at NTU
Put your future under the microscope
Maybe you’re a natural-born chemist who’s looking to explore one of science’s most dynamic and fast-evolving fields, or maybe you want to make your mark in social and criminal justice. Whatever your goals, studying forensics at NTU is your chance to learn from a multi-award-winning team of supportive, highly experienced practitioners.
You’ll get day-one access to some incredible industry connections, and the same world-class facilities and equipment used by police forces and the emergency services — from electronic notebooks, industrial stand crime lights and digital cameras to comparison microscopes, video spectral comparators, superglue cabinets, and much, much more!
Industry accreditation
Our BSc and MSci Forensic Science courses are accredited by the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences. These will help you on your way in your career and are our guarantee to you that our courses meet the requirements of industry and are relevant to the needs of your future employers.
Experience that counts
We're 1st in the UK for Forensic Science students taking year long placements (HESA 2021/22). Recently students have taken placements in organisations such as the Fire Brigade, the NHS and the Dutch Police.
Go international
You have the opportunity to study abroad at our partner university in Canada to get an international perspective on forensics.
Industry skills and techniques
Take on the role of a Scene of Crime officer in our on-campus crime scene training facility. Or take a closer look at evidence in our ballistics lab and a document evidence lab.
See forensic science in action...
Watch our videos and explore our facilities you'll be using to get a real insight into what it's like to study Forensic Science at NTU.
There's so much more to look forward to!
Find out about all the additional opportunities and extra-curricular activities you can get involved in as a student at NTU.
Study abroad as part of your NTU degree
Our study abroad opportunities offer you a flexible way to gain invaluable international experience as part of your degree. We have partnerships with over 300 institutions worldwide – study from one week to a whole year.
University Language Programme
The University Language Programme (ULP) provides language courses at different levels of proficiency to students, staff and members of the public.
See some of the facilities you'll use
You'll be based at our Clifton campus. It is the definition of 'campus life' with everything you need right on your doorstep. The campus offers the best of both worlds: a self-contained community with easy access to everything Nottingham has to offer.
Take a virtual tour to see our specialist forensic science facilities.
The campus features our purpose-built crime scene training facility, specialised chemistry labs, forensic evidence and document examination labs, and a ballistic lab. This ideal learning environment allows you to get hands-on as you study forensic cases and analyse evidence.
What else you need to know about studying at NTU
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Accommodation
We make accommodation easy. Our halls of residence are secure, inclusive of all bills, and within easy reach of campuses and amenities, giving you more time to focus on your studies, settling in, and making friends.
Student life
University is about so much more than just your studies. Everything’s on offer here — there’s sport, art, music, food, and so much more.
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