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Forensic Chemistry Bachelor's Degree
Forensic chemistry is the application of chemistry and related sciences to criminal investigation. The Bachelor of Science degree with a major in forensic chemistry prepares students to work in crime laboratories or other law enforcement agencies, such as FDA, OSHA, and EPA, or for graduate work in forensic chemistry, forensic science or analytical chemistry.
The forensic chemistry program is accredited by the American Academy of Forensic Sciences (AAFS) through the Forensic Science Education Programs Accreditation Commission (FEPAC).
Admission Requirements
This program has no requirements beyond University admission and transfer requirements.
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Financial Aid & Scholarships
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Courses & Curriculum
View Courses & Degree Requirements in the Official Academic Catalog
Students must complete a total of 48 semester credit hours of CHEM coursework, plus extra-departmental requirements in math, physics, and law enforcement technology.
The diverse nature of our program curriculum allows students to explore all areas of forensics that are typically encountered in a crime laboratory. All students are encouraged to take the Forensic Firearms and Ballistics Analysis (CHEM 4410) course, which includes firearms examination, comparison microscope examination of cartridges, ballistics and sighting systems, the chemistry of firearms evidence, and includes a shooting instruction workshop.
Students are also encouraged to take General Genetics (BIOS 3100), Genetics Lab (BIOS 3105), and Molecular Genetics (BIOS 4260). This completes the Biological Sciences minor requirements and allows students to be eligible for employment in DNA sections of crime laboratories.
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