ChooseWhy Choose This Program?
Why Choose This Program?
The MS program in Biological Forensics provides a framework for graduate students to explore ideas, concepts, technology, and professional practice in the collection, processing, and analysis of biological and ecological evidence associated with a range of legal matters.
LearnWhat Will You Learn?
What Will You Learn?
The curricular path provides training in forensic entomology, forensic microbiology, forensic anthropology, biological forensics, veterinary and wildlife forensics, death investigation, DNA analysis, and fingerprints.
DoWhat Will You Do?
What Will You Do?
This degree provides a solid foundation in forensic science and forensic studies, complemented by a rigorous focus on biological, chemical, and physical concepts and analytical thinking through coursework in biology, forensic science, and statistics.
The MS program in Biological Forensics provides a framework for graduate students to explore ideas, concepts, technology, and professional practice in collection, processing, and analyzing biological and ecological evidence associated with a range of legal matters, especially in death and criminal investigations.
Concomitantly it provides a solid foundation in forensic science and forensic studies complemented by rigorous focus on biological, chemical, and physical concepts and analytical thinking through coursework in biology, forensic science, and statistics. Students will also experience and receive training in professional and ethical approaches to forensic science, including critical and professional writing, presentation of results and expert testimony in court, and ethical and moral components of professional conduct as stewards of forensic science and criminal justice.
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