Forensic Degrees Online

Course Number Course Title Credit Hour
ANT315 Forensic Anthropology 3
ENF460 Evidence Processing 4
BIO363 Human Anatomy & Physiology I 4
CHM101 General Chemistry 4
CHM102 General Chemistry 4
CHM201 Organic Chemistry 4
CHM305 Quantitative Analysis 4
CHM404 Instrumental Analysis 4
POL420 Transnational and Unconventional Threats 4
SCS470 Internship I 4
POL491 Senior Seminar in Government and National Security 4

A Partnership For Real Success: How The Tiffin University BCJ Works

Tiffin University has established a unique partnership with Heidelberg College, which allows TU students to study Forensic Science both on the Tiffin University and Heidelberg College campuses. This program is a dynamic synergy of the criminal justice courses offered by Tiffin University combined with the scientific and laboratory courses offered by Heidelberg College.
What You Can Expect With The BCJ In Forensic Science Degree

Students earning a Bachelor of Criminal Justice (BCJ) in Forensic Science learn the legal, ethical, natural science, and laboratory skills necessary for effective professional careers in forensic laboratories, police agencies, and/or to pursue graduate studies. You will also be prepared to pursue advanced degrees in criminal justice, forensic science, law, allied health, and medicine – to name just a few examples.

You will be exposed to principles of criminal law and procedures, chemistry, biology, human anatomy and physiology, evidence processing, instrumental analysis, and forensic anthropology.

An Education For Real Life

Students in this major will acquire a general, broad and comprehensive knowledge base in the field of forensic science. You will receive the scientific background needed to work in any crime lab. You will develop proficiency in both knowledge and application of rules of evidence, evidence handling, processing, analysis, and presentation/explanation to court.

Program objectives include:
Provide a general, broad and comprehensive knowledge base in the field of forensic science.
Develop critical thinking and analytical thought processes of those in the major.
Familiarize students with the criminal justice system in general and the court system in particular.
Develop proficiency in both knowledge and application of rules of evidence, evidence handling, processing, analysis, and presentation/explanation to court.
Provide students with professional skills for courtroom presentation.
Prepare students to become professional, employable scientists.

All Bachelor of Criminal Justice majors fulfill their academic requirements for graduation by completing courses in the following areas.
Knowledge Skills and Liberal Education Core of 49 hours
School of Criminal Justice & Social Sciences Core Curriculum of 21 hours
Academic Major Requirement of 27 hours
Open Electives/Minor of 24 hours
Total Semester hours for the Degree 121 hours

Both of Thomas More’s Forensic Science programs are designed to meet degree requirements as defined by the National Institute of Justice and the American Academy of Forensic Science, so you know you’ll be fully prepared for the workplace. Forensic scientists usually work for government (city, state or federal) crime laboratories or private laboratories. With the extensive training you receive at Thomas More, you may also choose to pursue medical school, an advanced degree in chemistry or biology, or a career in private industry.

Thomas More College offers two degrees in Forensic Science – a B.S. in Forensic Biology (which involves identifying bodily fluids, DNA, genetics and botanical materials) and a B.S. in Forensic Chemistry (identifying drug substances, as well as explosive and unknown residues). Both degrees require the same core science courses in biology, chemistry, physics and forensic science. Advanced course work does not occur until your junior and senior years, so you don’t need to decide which degree to pursue until the end of your sophomore year.

BI 235 Human Anatomy and Physiology I
BI 236 Human Anatomy and Physiology II
BI 480 Genetics
CH 123 General Chemistry I
CH 124 General Chemistry II
CH 233 Organic Chemistry I
CH 234 Organic Chemistry II
CH 368 Biochemistry I
CH 369 Biochemistry II or
BI 431 Molecular Biology
CH 455 Quantitative Analysis
MA 106 Pre-Calculus Math
NS 198 Natural Science Seminar
NS 394 Cooperative Education or
NS 391 Internship
NS 499 Senior Research Project
PH 210 Physics I
PH 220 Physics II
CJ 111 Introduction to Criminal Justice
CJ 155 Criminal Law
CJ 217 Criminal Investigation
CJ 221 Criminal Evidence and Procedure
FN 343 Forensic Science I
FN 353 Forensic Science II
PY 230 Behavioral Statistics
and 3 credits in Information Technology

Defiance College’s forensic science program brings together the fields of chemistry, biology, physics, medicine, and criminal justice. Students in Forensic Science will learn many skills including analyzing evidence from arsons for accelerants, DNA fingerprinting, presumptive tests for narcotics, trajectories for ballistics, human anatomy for drawing evidence from remains, and the legal procedures for taking evidence to court. Forensic science is a demanding major because of its scientific underpinnings, the skills needed to analyze crime scene evidence while following legal procedures that preserve the evidence for use in court.

The Forensic Science major is designed to provide a student with a strong science background coupled with a foundation in criminal justice and legal concepts. The 120-hour degree program includes two internship or cooperative education experiences. The Forensic Science student will enjoy being part of a collaborative effort between the Division of Science and Math and the Division of Behavioral and Applied Social Science.

Seneca College in partnership with British Columbia Institute of Technology (B.C.I.T.) is offering this unique flexible learning program.

Designed specifically for front-line investigations, this program is designed and taught by recognized experts in their respective fields. Courses will provide forensic knowledge for those interested in or entering forensic and criminal investigations so that they know and understand the full capabilities and value that forensics can provide.

Applicants may choose to begin their studies at any time with most subjects. It is not necessary to wait for the traditional start of a semester.

In partnership with British Columbia Institute of Technology (B.C.I.T.), a recognized leader in the field of forensic education, Seneca College is offering a flexible learning postgraduate certificate program in Forensic Health Studies consisting of six subjects. B.C.I.T.’s curriculum has been incorporated into the program to be offered by Seneca College located in King City, just north of Toronto. The curriculum will incorporate standards which are designed specifically for Ontario and taught by recognized experts, enabling Seneca to become a leader in the field of post-graduate forensic health care studies.

This program will assist health care and law enforcement professionals to develop expertise in their practice. They are often involved in situations where they are required to assess and provide professional assistance to victims of crime. As a result of advances in forensic science, it has become necessary for providers of health care services to incorporate forensic principles into their practices in order to ensure that not only is the client receiving a high standard of care, but also that forensic evidence is appropriately documented and preserved for subsequent legal proceedings.

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