BSc (Hons) in Forensic Toxicology in Kent United Kingdom | University of Greenwich

Greenwich offers purpose-designed facilities and partnerships with local emergency and counter-terrorism units, making it the ideal choice for launching your forensic science career.

Our Forensic Toxicology program equips you for diverse roles across forensic science, whether you aim to work with forensic service providers, hospitals, or research labs. Given the vast array of chemicals in existence, understanding their bodily impacts and detection methods is crucial. The significance of drug-related cases in forensics is evident in common legal defenses like "the drugs made me do it," which often result in lighter sentences and diminished accountability.

As Paracelsus famously stated, toxicity depends on dosage—you'll develop robust quantitative and analytical expertise. The curriculum covers drug classifications, physiological effects, detection techniques, evidence reporting, and courtroom defense strategies. You'll also explore related disciplines including crime scene investigation, biology, chemistry, and physiology.

Whether pursuing clinical toxicology or innovative interdisciplinary fields like entomotoxicology, anthrotoxicology, ecotoxicology, or pharmacogenetics, this program provides the foundation for your professional aspirations.