Requirements

The Forensic Science Major Curriculum

The Forensic Science Major is presented in two concentrations - Biology or Chemistry. The average course load is 15-16 hours based on eight semesters. In the degree program description that follows, an asterisk (*) indicates those courses that satisfy Trine's general education requirements.

Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science-
Biology Concentration – 126 hours

*Written Communication – 6 hrs.

*Oral Communication – 3 hrs.

*Social Science & Humanities – 16 hrs.

*Computer Literacy – 3 hrs.

*Mathematics – 4 hrs.

*Health and Physical Education – 2 hrs.

*Freshman Studies – 1 hr.

Natural Science Core Courses – 39 hrs.

Specialized Science Courses – 12 hrs.

Forensic Science Courses– 20 hrs.

Additional Courses – 20 hrs.

Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science-
Chemistry Concentration – 128 hours

*Written Communication – 6 hrs.

*Oral Communication – 3 hrs.

*Social Science & Humanities – 15 hrs.

*Computer Literacy – 3 hrs.

*Mathematics – 4 hrs.

*Health and Physical Education – 2 hrs.

*Freshman Studies – 1 hr.

Natural Science Core Courses – 42 hrs.

Specialized Science Courses – 12 hrs.

Forensic Science Courses– 20 hrs.

Additional Courses – 20 hrs.