Forensic Science Major (BS) - Forensic Biology Concentration

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The Forensic Science BS degree is designed to develop in-depth scientific knowledge and specialized application to criminal cases in hands-on forensic science study. The interdisciplinary program draws from biology, chemistry, and other physical sciences to advance student knowledge, skills, and perspectives in the collection, analysis, interpretation, reporting, and testimony of evidence.

Major Requirements

Physical Science Foundation:

General Physics (two courses):

Forensic Science Core Courses:

Statistics Requirement (choose one):

Forensic Science Electives (choose 8 credits):

Forensic Biology Concentration:

Complete CJFS 3420 and three additional courses from the list below.

CJFS 3420 - Forensic Biology (required)
BIOC 3820 - Biochemistry I (with Lab)
BIOL 3050 - Principles of Genetics (with Lab)
BIOL 3060 - Principles of Cell Biology (with Lab)
BIOL 3770 - Population Genetics and Evolution (with Lab)
BIOL 5550 - Microbiology (with Lab)
BIOL 5900 - Molecular Cell Biology (with lab)
Other upper-level BIOL elective, with program approval

Capstone:

CJFS 5660 - Senior Capstone and Internship in CJFS