MSc Forensic Sciences
About This Programme
A two-year master's in advanced forensic analysis, forensic biology and chemistry, and expert investigation, taught in dedicated labs. 45 credit hours; total programme cost approximately AED 112,500 before scholarships.
Course Highlights
- Advanced forensic biology, chemistry and digital forensics.
- DNA profiling, firearms and questioned documents.
- Fully prescribed curriculum with a dissertation.
- Scholarships of up to 50% available on all degrees.
What You'll Study
Delivered on the Dubai International Academic City campus with advanced laboratory work and a dissertation, on a US-style semester credit system.
YEAR 1 Fall
- FRSC 601 Criminology and General Forensic Science3 credits
- CSIM 604 Crime Scene Investigation and Management3 credits
- QDFP 601 Questioned Documents and Fingerprints3 credits
- BIOL 601 Forensic Biology and Serology3 credits
YEAR 1 Spring
- FRSC 606 Digital Forensics and Cyber Investigations3 credits
- BIOL 604 Elements of Forensic Medicine3 credits
- CHEM 601 Forensic Pharmacology and Toxicology3 credits
- BIOL 701 Forensic Anthropology and Odontology3 credits
YEAR 2 Fall
- PSGP 711 Statistics and Data Analysis3 credits
- BIOL 711 Forensic DNA Profiling3 credits
- QDFP 701 Advanced Questioned Documents3 credits
- CHEM 701 Forensic Firearms and Explosives Examination3 credits
YEAR 2 Spring
- FRSC 710 Quality Management and Accreditation3 credits
- HAAS 750 Dissertation6 credits
Entry Requirements
Careers
Graduates become crime-scene investigators, digital forensic scientists, crime-lab analysts and forensic toxicologists.
Accreditation & Professional Recognition
Licensed by the CAA (UAE MoHESR) and KHDA-licensed.
Programme Details
Award
Master of Science (MSc) Forensic Sciences
Start Date
September 2026 (also January & May intakes)
Typical Offer
Relevant science bachelor's degree with CGPA ≥3.0/4.0
Duration
2 years
Qualification
Masters
Subject Area
Applied Sciences
Campus
Dubai
Course Type
Master of science
Study Pattern
Full time
Delivery Format
In person
Tuition Fee
AED 112,500 total
Apply online at amityuniversity.ae. A non-refundable application fee of AED 100 applies; registration is AED 500 per semester. Tuition is charged per credit hour and scholarships of up to 50% are available.