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Chemistry and
Forensic Science
Why study this course?

Our dual honours programme in Chemistry and Forensic Science
is recognised by the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences.
Chemistry is the science behind many of the modern innovations
that we have come to rely on today, and Forensic Science focuses on
the applications of scientific methods, including chemical analytical
techniques, in the context of crime. Keele’s Chemistry and Forensic
Science programme will provide you with a broad perspective on
analytical science, and the key skills valued by employers. You will
develop a wide range of relevant practical laboratory skills, and sound
theoretical understanding, enabling you to tackle a variety of problems
in both Chemistry and Forensic Science contexts. In 2015 Chemistry
and Forensic Science at Keele was ranked 3rd in the UK for student
satisfaction in the National Student Survey.

Indicative modules

First year
• Chemical Concepts
and Structure
• Practical and Professional
Chemistry Skills
• Chemical Properties
and Reactions
• Chemical Science Principles
• Forensic Science Principles
• Forensic Analysis
• Forensic Identification
Second year
• Organic Synthesis and Chirality
• Physical and Inorganic
Chemistry
• Spectroscopy and
Analytical Chemistry
• Structural Inorganic Chemistry
• Spectroscopy and
Advanced Analysis
• Forensic Genetics
• Criminalistic Methods
• Drugs of Abuse

Third year
• Chemistry Research Project
• Advanced Organic Chemistry
• Kinetics, Photochemistry and
Inorganic Reaction Mechanisms
• Inorganic, Physical and Solid
State Chemistry
• Forensic Toxicology
• Evaluation of Evidence,
Explosives and Arson
• Forensic Science Team Project

Key Information
Course type
Dual honours

For information on dual
honours combinations please
visit www.keele. ac.uk/
ugcourses

Course duration
Three years

Indicative entry
requirements
ABB to BBB

For further information on
entry requirements please
visit www.keele.ac.uk/
entryrequirements

Study abroad
Yes

What will this mean
for my future?

This is an ideal degree if you wish
to pursue a career in Analytical
or Forensic Chemistry. The
professional forensic sector offers
various options for graduates with
many going on to the police and
military police forces and to roles
within the public crime sector.
Our graduates have progressed
to careers within the chemical,
pharmaceutical and environment
industries as analytical scientists
and researchers within business
and industry.

3rd

in the UK for
student satisfaction
(Chemistry and
Forensic Science)
(NSS 2015)

For more course information please visit

keele.ac.uk/ugcourses

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