Keiser University’s Bachelor of Science degree in Forensic Investigations (Science Concentration) prepares students for entry level positions with forensic science analytical laboratories and for further scientific training/education. The program provides students with fundamental knowledge with respect to scientific analysis of physical material. Graduates of the program will have completed the prerequisites necessary to be successful in graduate programs in the forensic sciences.
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Program Objectives
The following objectives are designed to meet Keiser University’s mission and its goals:
To develop critical thinkers who are capable of being strong performers in the forensic field;
To prepare students for successful entry into professional and/or related graduate programs;
To develop students’ analytical skills and laboratory techniques routinely applied in the application of the forensic sciences;
To develop students written and verbal competencies, enabling them to formulate concise and accurate reports of the results of scientific analysis;
To develop forensic science professionals who practice within legal and ethical frameworks.
Prerequisites for Major Courses
Entering students must achieve a Wonderlic Score (or comparable) of 21 or above for entrance into the BS Forensic Investigations (Science Concentration) program;
Undergo level 2 criminal background check; and
Personal interview with campus BS-FI Program Director.
Prerequisites for Continuing in the Program
All Upper and Lower Division courses must be completed with a grade of “C” better.
Graduation Requirements (in addition to Degree Requirements section of the catalog)
A grade point average of 2.5 or better on a 4.0 system is required to graduate.
Program Outline
To receive a Bachelor of Science degree in Forensic Investigations (Science Concentration), students must earn a minimum of 126 semester credit hours as follows:
Forensic Investigations Externships or Optional Courses (4.0 credit hours)
Forensic Investigations Externship I
2.0 credit hours
Forensic Investigations Externship II
2.0 credit hours
Forensic Investigations Capstone Course I **
2.0 credit hours
Forensic Investigations Capstone Course II **
2.0 credit hours
** Forensic Investigations Capstone option is available on approval and recommendation of the campus Forensic Investigations Program Director. To obtain 4 credits hours, a student may take CJE4940 and CJE4951 or CJE4950 & CJE4951 or any combination thereof.
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