Department of Forensic Science and Drug Monitoring

Forensic science is the application of science to the law. This aspect underlies the activities of the world-renowned Drug Control Centre and the MSc Forensic Science, the oldest such programme in England. Research underpins the teaching on the MSc programme and the work of the Drug Control Centre and staff actively contribute to the successful research programme of the Analytical Sciences group of the Pharmaceutical Science Division.

The department is proud of its collaborations with the forensic community. A memorandum of understanding has been established between our department and the Metropolitan Police Forensic Services Directorate.

Our modern, well-funded laboratories cater for the full range of research on offer. Latest figures show that King’s is the top funded university by the MRC; we also attract significant funding from the Wellcome Trust, Research Councils and our industrial partners. As a large multi-faculty university, we have excellent social and sporting facilities, but a key attraction is our central London location. Our three campuses along the River Thames are located in the cultural and social heart of the capital and offer our students the opportunity to explore art galleries, theatres, museums, markets, restaurants and cafés.