Master of Science in Forensic Technology Postgraduate Program By University of New Haven |Top Universities

Master of Science in Forensic Technology

Main Subject Area

SociologyMain Subject Area

Program overview

Main Subject

Sociology

Study Level

Masters

Forensic technology is a developing discipline that combines traditional crime scene techniques with advanced instrumentation and measurements. Students in this program will master various forms of forensic field technology such as portable instrumentation and forensic database usage. Restricted electives associated with this program allow students to develop specialized knowledge in areas such as bloodstain pattern analysis, firearms evidence, and forensic anthropology. This program is designed for students continuing from their undergraduate work or working professionals. Students can complete all required courses during evening hours, Monday through Friday. Candidates are required to complete a minimum of 42 credits of graduate work, which includes a required capstone internship or research project designed to fulfill the Master of Science capstone requirement. The transfer of credit from other institutions may be permitted subject to the Graduate School policy on transfer credit detailed elsewhere in this catalog. Required Courses: (36 credits) FORS 6612 - Principles of Forensic Science I FORS 6613 - Principles of Forensic Science II FORS 6616 - Advanced Crime Scene Investigation FORS 6617 - Forensic Expert Testimony FORS 6618 - Forensic Photography FORS 6626 - Crime Scene Reconstruction FORS 6653 - Physical Analysis in Forensic Science FORS 6661 - Medicolegal Investigation and Identification FORS 6663 - Forensic Field Technology FORS 6664 - Forensic Field Technology Laboratory FORS 6686 - Forensic Science Research Project I Or FORS 6688 - Forensic Science Internship I CJST 6608 - Law and Evidence Or CJST 6651 - Criminal Procedure Category I Restricted Electives (select one): (3 credits) FORS 6642 - Wildlife Forensics FORS 6651 - Forensic Archaeology FORS 6652 - Forensic Anthropology FORS 6655 - Firearm Evidence Analysis Category II Restricted Elective (select one): (3 credits) FORS 6634 - Bloodstain Pattern Analysis FORS 6670 - Selected Topics FORS 6695 - Independent Study

Program overview

Main Subject

Sociology

Study Level

Masters

Forensic technology is a developing discipline that combines traditional crime scene techniques with advanced instrumentation and measurements. Students in this program will master various forms of forensic field technology such as portable instrumentation and forensic database usage. Restricted electives associated with this program allow students to develop specialized knowledge in areas such as bloodstain pattern analysis, firearms evidence, and forensic anthropology. This program is designed for students continuing from their undergraduate work or working professionals. Students can complete all required courses during evening hours, Monday through Friday. Candidates are required to complete a minimum of 42 credits of graduate work, which includes a required capstone internship or research project designed to fulfill the Master of Science capstone requirement. The transfer of credit from other institutions may be permitted subject to the Graduate School policy on transfer credit detailed elsewhere in this catalog. Required Courses: (36 credits) FORS 6612 - Principles of Forensic Science I FORS 6613 - Principles of Forensic Science II FORS 6616 - Advanced Crime Scene Investigation FORS 6617 - Forensic Expert Testimony FORS 6618 - Forensic Photography FORS 6626 - Crime Scene Reconstruction FORS 6653 - Physical Analysis in Forensic Science FORS 6661 - Medicolegal Investigation and Identification FORS 6663 - Forensic Field Technology FORS 6664 - Forensic Field Technology Laboratory FORS 6686 - Forensic Science Research Project I Or FORS 6688 - Forensic Science Internship I CJST 6608 - Law and Evidence Or CJST 6651 - Criminal Procedure Category I Restricted Electives (select one): (3 credits) FORS 6642 - Wildlife Forensics FORS 6651 - Forensic Archaeology FORS 6652 - Forensic Anthropology FORS 6655 - Firearm Evidence Analysis Category II Restricted Elective (select one): (3 credits) FORS 6634 - Bloodstain Pattern Analysis FORS 6670 - Selected Topics FORS 6695 - Independent Study

Admission requirements

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Applicants must have a bachelor's degree completion from an accredited university or college. Other English Language Requirements: A minimum Pearson Test of English (PTE) score of 53 OR A minimum iTEP score of 3.7 OR An ELS Certificate of Completion of Level 112, English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Program.
Jan-2000

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