Program: Forensic Science
Program | Forensic Science | Faculty | Faculty of Science |
Credential | Bachelor of Science ( Honours) | Duration | 4-5 Year |
Starting Month | September | Co-op opportunities | No |
Program Description:
Forensic Science is an interdisciplinary area of science that involves the use of scientific principles to analyze evidence for legal investigations. Our program is fully accredited by the Forensic Science Education Program Accreditation Commission (FEPAC) recognizing that our curriculum, labs, faculty and research have met the rigorous standards set by the American Academy of Forensic Sciences (AAFS).
You will benefit from both a strong general scientific foundation and forensic courses. Students gain real-world experiences and unique hands-on training at the Crime Scene House, Forensic Ecology Research Facility and Forensic Teaching Laboratory.
Admission Requirement:
Current Ontario secondary school students must complete the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) with six 4U or 4M credits including English (ENG4U), Advanced Functions (MHF4U), and two of Biology (SBI4U), Calculus and Vectors (MCV4U), Chemistry (SCH4U) or Physics (SPH4U). In addition, a combined minimum 70 per cent average in prerequisite math and science courses is required. It is recommended that all four of MCV4U, SBI4U, SCH4U and SPH4U be taken.
Note: Admission is competitive. The specific average or standing required for admission varies from year to year. Students are selected by taking into consideration a wide range of criteria including school marks, distribution of subjects taken, and performance in subjects relevant to the academic program. Possession of the minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance. Preference will be given to applicants with the best qualifications.
Career:
There are many opportunities for graduates holding an Honours undergraduate degree in Forensic Science, whether they choose to continue on to higher education or go directly into the workplace. Some options include:
Customs and immigration/document examination
Forensic scientist or technologist
Government or private research laboratory
Insurance and fraud investigation
Police services (after required training)
Scenes of Crime Officer (SOCO) (after required training)
Link to UOIT Official Website
https://uoit.ca/programs/science/forensic-science.php#tab_program_careers