Study Applied Science
Career-focused degrees
Our course in forensic investigation provides graduates with the scientific skills required to investigate crimes in society and the environment, while our MSc Applied Instrumentation and Control allows graduates to progress their career in the oil and gas, renewables, utilities or manufacturing sectors.
Our industry-standard analytical labs provide everything you need to gain practical experience using state-of-the-art instruments in chromatography, spectroscopy and microscopy.
A great place to learn
Applied Instrumentation and Control
| Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
Full Time |
1 Year | Sep 24 | Glasgow |
Go further with instrumentation, control systems, data analysis and system health management, using existing skills in engineering and physical science. Progress your career in the oil and gas, renewables, utilities or manufacturing sectors.
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| Award | Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSc | Full Time | 1 Year | Jan 25 | Glasgow |
| Award | Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSc | Distance Learning | 2 - 5 Years | Sep 24 | Glasgow |
| Award | Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSc | Distance Learning | 2 - 5 Years | Jan 25 | Glasgow |
Environmental Forensic Analysis
| Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
Full Time |
1 Year | Sep 24 | Glasgow |
Study complex environmental problems such as contamination, affecting both human health and the ecosystem. Apply your practical forensic training and analytical expertise to progress to a career within regulatory bodies, industry or research.
Forensic Investigation
| Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location | UCAS code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Full Time |
3 - 4 Years | Sep 24 | Glasgow | F410 |
If you enjoy chemistry and practical investigation, you can become a forensic scientist or analytical chemist. Study criminal investigation, environmental protection, forensic analysis and microscopy at degree level.
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