Forensic Investigation MSc
Staffordshire University
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 70 graduates of Forensic Investigation MSc and other courses in Forensic and Archaeological Sciences at Staffordshire University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Forensic and Archaeological Sciences.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Forensic and Archaeological Sciences
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Forensic and Archaeological Sciences at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £20000 | £19500 | £23500 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £18500 - £25000 | £15500 - £24500 | £18500 - £29000 |
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Salary of all UK Graduates of Forensic and Archaeological Sciences
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £22282 | £22394 | £25260 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £19551 - £25388 | £17766 - £26526 | £20398 - £30716 |
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Course Description
"Our Forensic Investigation degree gives you the skills required for a career with the police, forensic providers, or investigative and intelligence agencies.
Our Forensic Investigation degree is ideal for those who have a strong interest in criminalistics, forensics, crime scene science and evidence analysis.
We will equip you for a career working with the police, a forensic provider or any other investigative or intelligence agency, such as the Home Office, HM Customs and Excise.
Our industry standard facilities include a crime scene house, specialist laboratories and equipment to capture fibre evidence and fingerprinting. You will also benefit from expert practitioner input into your degree through our Staffordshire Police Forensic Partnership.
By opting to study the MSci route, you will graduate with an Integrated Masters qualification in Forensic Investigation. You will follow the route of the BSc (Hons) Forensic Investigation then in the fourth year you will take Masters’ level modules, including a research project or placement in an area that has captured your interest.
On successful completion of study, we will issue the following award: MSci Forensic Investigation"
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Forensic Investigation MSc at Staffordshire University
| 14% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 13% | Elementary occupations |
| 11% | Leisure, travel and related personal service occupations |
| 9% | Customer service occupations |
| 8% | Teaching Professionals |
| 7% | Process, plant and machine operatives |
| 3% | Science, engineering and technology associate professionals |
| 3% | Administrative occupations |
| 3% | Finance Professionals |
| 3% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Forensic and Archaeological Sciences
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Qualification requirements
Access to HE Diploma
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 4.5
- Foundation / Pathway Courses
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- 6.5
- Others
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- 5.0
- Others for specific English Language and undergraduate awards for overseas students
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- 6.5
- Graduate Degrees
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- 7.0
- Graduate Degrees Journalism
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- 6.5
- Undergraduate Degrees
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- 6.5
- Undergraduate Degrees Journalism and Media Studies
Costs
Tuition Fees Forensic Investigation MSc
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
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| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
| EU | £16750 | year 1 |
| International | £16750 | year 1 |
Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
University Rankings
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About Staffordshire University
Established in 1970, Staffordshire University offers students the opportunity to become a part of the diverse and lively city of Stoke-on-Trent, West Midlands. This university provides a rich experience in a variety of disciplines, including state-of-the art Specialist Technical Facilities, such as their Motion Capture suites for Biomechanics students, or the Simulation Hospital Wards for those in the Medical programme. International learners can also benefit from language support offered by the university’s designated teams, ensuring both a strong academic and social start.
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Student composition of Staffordshire University
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Total number of students enrolled at Staffordshire University by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 12255
- postgraduates:
- 1340
- Total:
- 13595
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