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Nov 21, 2024
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2024-2025 Catalogue
Forensic Science
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Chairperson: Carolyn K. Weinreb
Forensic Science is the application of science to answer questions of interest in the legal system. The major is based on a core of content in the sciences, specifically chemistry, computer science and mathematics, with additional options in biology and physics. Additional content within the major includes archeology, criminal justice, fine arts, psychology and sociology.
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Math options
Choose one (1) of the following:
Fine Arts options
Choose one (1) of the following:
Major Electives
Select 12 credits from the following:
In the Sophomore Year
Forensic Science majors generally take Forensic Chemistry, General Biology I and Computer Forensics. Depending on initial placement, students will complete the modern or classical language requirement. The remainder of the schedule is filled with core requirements, general electives, or courses for a minor or double major.
In the Junior Year
Forensic Science majors generally take the Forensic Analysis sequence, Evidence and complete their Quantitative Reasoning requirement. Students will choose core requirements, general electives or courses for a minor or double major to complete the schedule.
In the Senior Year
Forensic Science majors generally take their Fine Arts option and any remaining major electives. Interested students are encouraged to enroll in research or an internship. Students finish any core requirements, general electives or courses for a minor or double major to complete the schedule.
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