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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: F410
Forensic and Analytical Science
Robert Gordon UniversityAberdeen, Scotland
4 yearsDuration
£17,920Per Year (Intl)
£27,000Avg. Graduate Salary
100%Satisfaction
Course Overview
Offered by Robert Gordon University, the BSc (Hons) Forensic and Analytical Science provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in physical sciences. Based in Aberdeen, Scotland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. The role of analytical science in forensic investigations is becoming increasingly important due to the major developments in analytical chemistry and advances in molecular biology. Forensic Science involves the analysis of biological chemical or physical samples collected as evidence during a criminal investigation. The skills of the forensic scientist provide crucial scientific evidence which may link a suspect with the scene of the crime, the victim or the weapon. International tuition fees are £17,920 per year, home/UK fees are £7,220 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 100% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £26,000 within three years, and 85% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Forensic Chemistry and Evidence Analysis
Crime Scene Investigation and Collection
Analytical Techniques and Instrumentation
Molecular Biology for Forensic Science
Toxicology and Drug Analysis
Data Interpretation and Expert Witness Skills
Professional Practice in Forensic Science
Research Methods and Final Year Project
UCAS Code:F410
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | BCC to include Biology, Chemistry or Physics. Chemistry, English and Maths are required at GCSE grade 4 or above if not held at A Level |
| International Baccalaureate | 27 points to include Higher Level Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry or Physics at grade 4. Chemistry, English and Maths are required at a minimum of Standard Level grade 4 if not held at Higher Level. |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 61 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£17,920
per year
Total Course Cost (4 years)£71,680
Home Student Fee
£7,220
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — Robert Gordon University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £25,500 | £27,000 | £29,000 |
| 3 years | £21,500 | £26,000 | £33,000 |
| 5 years | £24,000 | £27,000 | £36,000 |
UK subject average: £25,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation▲ Close to UK average salary
This course
£26,000
UK average
£25,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ Close to UK average salary
This course
£27,000
UK average
£25,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £1,000 from year 3 to year 5
Official Data
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH07-04-02). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
75%Working
10%Studying
15%Work & Study
60%Professional Jobs
Official Data
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Student Satisfaction
Course-level dataNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
95%
Overall
Teaching on my course
100%Learning opportunities
98%Assessment and feedback
94%Academic support
95%Organisation and management
90%Learning resources
97%Student voice
93%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
75%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
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About Robert Gordon University
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