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Abertay University

Forensic Sciences

Dundee, Scotland, United Kingdom · UCAS F410

Level
Bachelor
Duration
4 years
Campus
Abertay Campus
Intl. Tuition
£16,950 (2027-28)
Intake
September 2027
UCAS code
F410

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Course Overview

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Career snapshot (indicative)

Forensic science graduates work in forensic science service providers, police scientific support units, laboratories and the wider criminal justice sector. Postgraduate study significantly improves employability for specialist roles.

Summary based on information from the university.

Course source link unavailable.

Student life (indicative)

This city offers a solid and affordable UK student lifestyle — a good mix of pubs, cafés, local culture and student events. A welcoming community with everything a student needs close to campus.

The University at a Glance

Student Population
4,990
Staff Ratio
19.0:1
International
9.0%

Career Prospects

Avg Starting Salary
£26,070
First-year earnings

Costs & Living

Intl. Tuition
£16,950
per year, 2027-28 Official fee page

City & Location

Small city (50k-199k inhabitants)

Course Curriculum

We don't have the module list for this course yet. The university's course page has the current modules.

Entry Requirements

Subject areas covered

  • Forensic science
  • Science
  • Biology
  • Biomedical sciences
  • Toxicology
  • Chemistry

Source: UCAS course listing, 2027 entry (retrieved September 2026). Always confirm the current requirements with the university.

Assessment Methods

We don't have assessment details for this course yet. Check the university's course page.

Campus & City Life

Student Population
4,990
Total students
Staff Ratio
19:1
Students per staff
International Students
9%
Of student body

Campus at a Glance

City Size
Small city (50k-199k inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Cool temperate
Safety Index (indicative)
8.0/10
Transport
Moderate (coach or indirect connections)
Social Scene
Friendly community

Student Life & City (indicative)

  • This city offers a solid and affordable UK student lifestyle — a good mix of pubs, cafés, local culture and student events.
  • A welcoming community with everything a student needs close to campus.

What Students Love

  • Thriving student social scene
  • Active pub & club scene
  • Great café culture
  • Parks & green spaces

University Stats

Total Students4,990
Student-to-Staff Ratio19:1
International Students9%
Safety Index (indicative)8.0/10

Career & Outcomes

Avg Starting Salary
£26,070
Average first-year salary
Placement Year
Not offered
Industry work experience

Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)

  • Forensic science graduates work in forensic science service providers, police scientific support units, laboratories and the wider criminal justice sector.
  • Postgraduate study significantly improves employability for specialist roles.

Summary based on information from the university.

Course source link unavailable.

Top Industries for Graduates

  • Business
  • Healthcare
  • Education

Study Abroad Opportunities

Y

Costs & Living Expenses

Intl. Tuition
£16,950
per year, 2027-28 Official fee page
Total Programme Cost
£67,800
For full 4 years

Overall Cost of Living (indicative)

Moderate

This location has moderate living costs. Standard student budget recommended.

Estimated Annual Costs

Tuition (International)£16,950per year, 2027-28 Official fee page
Estimated Total (per year)£16,950

Monthly Student Budget (indicative)

Housing£647/mo
Food & Groceries£240/mo
Transport£71/mo
Estimated Monthly Total£1,121
Annual living costs£13,461/yr

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