MSc by Research Leverhulme Research Centre for Forensic Science at University of Dundee

The University of Dundee offers an 18-month MSc by Research program at the Leverhulme Research Centre for Forensic Science. This program focuses on advanced forensic science research and provides students with hands-on experience in the field. The tuition fee for this course is £21,940. To apply for the MSc by Research at the University of Dundee, students must demonstrate their English language skills. The accepted tests for English proficiency are IELTS and PTE. Additionally, the minimum graduation cutoff for admission is 60%. This program is ideal for those looking to deepen their knowledge and skills in forensic science.

The Leverhulme Research Centre for Forensic Science aims to make a positive change in the field of forensic science. Our goal is to improve the trust and credibility of forensic science used in courtrooms.

Forensic science uses scientific methods in legal settings, but there are concerns that some of the science behind forensic evidence is not strong enough.

The work done by the Leverhulme Research Centre for Forensic Science focuses on finding and fixing these scientific weaknesses. We also aim to create new knowledge and innovative solutions to the problems faced by forensic science and the Criminal Justice system in the future.

Our research areas include:

1. How evidence is transferred and how long it lasts
2. The future of DNA testing
3. Education and training in forensic science
4. Improving the detection of illegal drugs, explosives, and bodily fluids
5. Using Virtual Reality to capture, share, and work together in forensic science
6. Gathering information about how common certain materials are.

12th Grade

There is no specific cutoff mentioned for 12th-grade requirements.

Graduation

To apply, you need an honours degree at 2.1 or above, or a Master's degree in a related field.

IELTS

Marks: 6.5

For IELTS, the minimum scores are: Reading 5.5, Listening 5.5, Speaking 6, and Writing 6.

PTE

Marks: No specific cutoff mentioned

There is no specific cutoff mentioned for PTE.