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!
1st in the UK for Forensics Science
We are proud to top the charts for Forensic Science. The Guardian University Guide (2026) gives future students an indication as to how likely they are to have a positive student experience while at university, as well as potential career prospects.
Industry accreditation
Our 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.
Top quality teaching
We're in the top 10 in the UK for teaching quality in Archaeology and Forensic Science (The Times and Sunday Times University Guide 2026)
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.
Clubs and Societies
Whatever your interests may be, there will be a society of likeminded students waiting to welcome you.
Representing the Chemistry and Forensic Science Courses but open to anyone and everyone! This society plan on running a wide range of social and academic events suitable for everybody's needs.
Fossoc is aimed at gathering skills within the field by finding and identifying fossil specimens in known areas, to go on educational trips to enrich our knowledge further by going to places such as natural history museums, and having meet ups to share information.
This society is open to people of all genders across all the STEM subjects as a place to socialise, inspire and have fun! The society focuses is on supporting women, non-binary and trans-masc people who may feel under-represented on their courses.
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
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Fees and funding
Everything you need to know about fees and funding while you’re at university, including tuition fees and living costs, how you’ll pay for your studies, and bursaries and scholarships.
The Stoneygate Award Programme
This award is worth £3,250 for each year of a student’s undergraduate degree (excluding any placement year). Hold an offer on a full-time undergraduate course for September 2026, check out the full eligibility criteria and apply here.
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Forensic Science - MSci (Hons)
Undergraduate | Full-time
Msci Forensic Science deepens your knowledge and skills, both at the crime scene and in the laboratory, along with an understanding of relevant legislation and legal procedures.
Forensic Science - BSc (Hons)
Undergraduate | Full-time
BSc (Hons) Forensic Science offers the perfect combination of theory and practice. You could be getting hands-on in our crime scene house and specialist forensics labs, taking part in real-life crime scenarios or taking a placement.
Forensic Science (with foundation year) - BSc (Hons)
Undergraduate | Full-time
BSc (Hons) Forensic Science (with foundation year) gives you the theory and skills you need in chemistry, biology and maths before going on to BSc (Hons) Forensic Science in your second year.