Forensic Science
The
Bachelor of Science degree with a major in forensic
science
is an interdisciplinary degree that includes substantial
laboratory work and an emphasis on advanced course
work in the sciences. It will involve a collaborative endeavor
between Cedarville University and the Ohio Bureau of Criminal
Identification and Investigation consisting of a forensic laboratory
experience on an internship basis with the bureau.
Course requirements involve 90 semester hours including:
Science and Math Requirements..............................................64
Criminal Justice Requirements. ...............................................18
Science electives selected from.................................................8
*Capstone Course
Forensic Science Major (B.S.) Curriculum Summary
Proficiency Requirements. .........................................................0–5
General Education Requirements................................................38
Forensic Science Major Requirements........................................90
Total (minimum, not including proficiency)........................... 128
A complete description of the general education requirements is found on page 24.
Suggested Four-Year Curriculum for a
Major in Forensic — B.S.
First year:
Total................................................................................................. 31
Second year:
LIT-2XXX Literature Elective..............................................................3
Total................................................................................................. 34
Third year:
Humanities Elective. ..........................................................................3
Total................................................................................................. 34
Fourth year:
History Elective..................................................................................3
Science Electives...............................................................................8
Total................................................................................................. 29
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2014–15 Undergraduate Academic Catalog
Department of Science and Mathematics
Forensic Science
