Forensics
First class begins fall 2009
With the rapid advances in medical and scientific research, the need for well-trained forensic scientists is increasing. To offset this demand, Bay Path College offers the Master of Science in Forensics (MSF) program at its Longmeadow campus. While complementing Bay Path’s undergraduate programs in forensics, the graduate program provides students with a broad-based, educational experience in forensic science, which includes a strong foundation in extensive scientific research and analytical skills.
The MSF program will train you for a leadership position in forensic laboratories and advanced academic settings. You will not only understand and practice accurate procedures in collecting and preserving evidence, but you will gain broad knowledge in scientific standards related to crime scene investigation and reconstruction. In addition, the program will provide intensive, hands-on instruction in the forensic laboratory methods of examining evidence; information about ethical behavior based on the code of ethics established by renowned forensic science organizations; and training in effective communication in regards to court testimony as well as between forensic scientists and law enforcement and legal professionals.
Strengths and Benefits of the Program
- Online and on campus (evening courses)
- Degree can be completed on a full-time or part-time basis
- Core curriculum designed specifically for leadership careers in forensic laboratories and advanced academic settings
- Immediate applicability and relevance
- Highly personal and supportive learning environment
- Opportunities to extend your personal network of forensic professionals
- Taught by faculty who are leaders in their field
Curriculum
The MS in Forensics requires the completion of the following 12 graduate courses (37 credits):
- FSC500 Forensic Biology (4)
- FSC600 Forensic Science Seminar I (2)
- FSC605 Forensic Toxicology and Drug Analysis (4)
- FSC610 Ethical and Legal Issues in Forensic Science (3)
- FSC615 Forensic Science Seminar II (2)
- FSC620 Advanced Criminalistics and Crime Scene Investigation and Reconstruction (4)
- FSC625 Advanced Microscopy (3)
- FSC630 Forensic Science Research Project I (3)
- FSC640 Research Methods in Statistics (3)
- FSC645 Forensic Science Administration (3)
- FSC650 Forensic Science Research Project II (4)
- FSC670 Forensic Capstone Seminar (2)
