MSc Analytical and Forensic Chemistry

The MSc in Analytical and Forensic Chemistry is aimed at those with a strong interest in modern instrumentation and novel chemical and forensic analysis methods.

A revolution in forensic, environmental and pharmaceutical science has been borne through advances in analytical science. We now see a worldwide solid demand for imaginative, skilled analysts with knowledge and hands-on experience in modern analytical instrumentation.

Forensic science is a multidisciplinary activity that relies on chemical and analytical techniques to provide invaluable evidence from investigations of disasters, accidents and criminal activities. It may involve detecting tiny amounts of explosives, poisons and drugs or identifying fibres, paints, combustion residues, glass fragments, or counterfeit currency. Forensic work is also biological, with crime detection techniques such as DNA fingerprinting requiring an understanding the underlying biochemistry.

The University’s Analytical Science Group has an international reputation for its innovative analytical and forensic chemistry approach. We are one of the UK’s premier analytical groups, with state-of-the-art facilities and instrumentation.

Minimum 2.2 Bachelor Honours (or international equivalent) in chemistry or related subjects.

To ensure our students have a rich learning and student experience, most of our programmes have a mix of domestic and international students. We reserve the right to close applications early to either group if application volumes suggest this blend cannot be achieved. In addition, existing undergraduate students at the University of Hull have a guaranteed ‘Fast Track’ route to any postgraduate programme, subject to meeting the entry criteria (excluding Social Work).

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.