MChem Forensic Chemistry
About this course
MChem in Chemistry, combining advanced chemistry with specialist forensic applications. Core topics include laboratory techniques, research methods, data analysis, fieldwork, statistics, and ethics and professional practice. The course is accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry and includes an optional international study year at a partner institution. Students undertake an academic or commercial research project in the final year.
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Entry requirements
A level: BBC to BBB to include a Grade B in Chemistry IB: 30 points overall to include a Higher Level in Chemistry.
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What students say
Based on about 10 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 86%
- Learning opportunities: 85%
- Assessment and feedback: 74%
- Academic support: 100%
- Organisation and management: 77%
- Learning resources: 89%
- Student voice: 79%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 100%
What graduates do next
Based on about 7 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 80%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 10%
Most common jobs
- Natural and social science professionals: 25%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 20%
- Sales occupations: 10%
- Elementary occupations: 5%
- Quality and Regulatory Professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 75%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 65%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 50%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 95 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 3%
- North West: 2%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 20%
- East Midlands: 27%
- West Midlands: 4%
- East of England: 18%
- London: 13%
- South East: 10%
- South West: 3%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 100%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry for fully meeting the academic criteria for Chartered Chemist (CChem).
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Core Chemistry 1.1: Introduction to Energy, Change and Electronic Structure
- Core Chemistry 1.2: Molecular Structure, Bonding and Mechanism
- Crime Scene Investigation
- Forensic Professional Practice 1
- Advanced Crime Scene Investigation
- Core Chemistry 2.1: Stability, Structure and Mechanism in Molecular Systems
- Forensic Archaeology
- Marks and Traces
- International Study Year
- Core Chemistry 3.1: Defining Shape, Symmetry and Stereochemistry
- Drugs of Abuse and Forensic Toxicology
- Professional and Personal Development
- Academic Research Project
- Commercial Research Project
- Electroanalysis And Sensor Technologies
- Fire and Explosions
- Method Development and Validation
- Post-Mortem Toxicology
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of MChem Forensic Chemistry at University of Lincoln earn?
The median salary is £28,500 after 15 months, £21,000 after 3 years, £25,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £22,000 and £29,000. The £25,000 median after five years is £9,000 less than the UK median for Chemistry.
What do graduates of MChem Forensic Chemistry at University of Lincoln do next?
100% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on MChem Forensic Chemistry at University of Lincoln?
86% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for MChem Forensic Chemistry at University of Lincoln?
The typical offer is BBC at A level, or 30 points in the IB. The average entrant had 113 UCAS points.
Is MChem Forensic Chemistry at University of Lincoln accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry for fully meeting the academic criteria for Chartered Chemist (CChem).
Does MChem Forensic Chemistry at University of Lincoln include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year.
How many students continue on MChem Forensic Chemistry at University of Lincoln?
100% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.