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Oct 11, 2024
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2011-2012 Undergraduate Bulletin [ARCHIVED BULLETIN]
Forensic Science, B.S. Major in
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Forensic science is the application of science to investigations pertaining to the legal system. Forensic scientists apply principles and techniques of various sciences to the examination and comparison of biological evidence, trace evidence, impression evidence, drugs and firearms. A forensic scientist may specialize in a subdiscipline. The role of a forensic scientist will depend on his/her area of concentration, type of employment (government crime lab, medical examiner’s office or private practice) and level of experience. The profession requires critical thinking, communication skills, the application of natural and physical sciences to legal issues, and ethical responsibility. The four-year program is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in physical and natural sciences, and to acquaint them with various relevant aspects of the legal system.
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Program Requirements - Semester Hours: 128
1. Total Semester Hours: 128
The successful completion of 128 semester hours and a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 in work completed at Hofstra. 2. Liberal Arts
At least 64 semester hours of liberal arts courses. At least 59 of these semester hours must be completed in courses outside the Chemistry Department. 3. Residence Requirements
There are two requirements that must ordinarily be completed in residence at Hofstra: 15 semester hours in the major field of specialization and the last 30 semester hours. The 15 semester hours need not be included within the last 30 hours. Foreign language
Proficiency in a foreign language through level II or an additional 6 semester hours of humanities or social science electives are strongly recommended. 5. Major Requirements
The fulfillment of the following major requirements: 6. Electives
15 hours in forensic science specialization electives as follows: Suggested Four-Year Sequence - Total Semester Hours: 128
For full-time students. Second Year
* proficiency through level II of a foreign language is strongly encouraged. Third Year
** SOC 180 and PSY 40 may be subbstituted for BIO 100 .
*** A maximum of two additional advanced science electives can be taken; at least three forensic science electives (9 s.h.) plus internship are necessary for degree. Fourth Year
*** A maximum of two additional advanced science electives can be taken; at least three forensic science electives (9 s.h.) plus internship are necessary for degree. See also: Complete B.S. Requirements
Complete B.S. Requirements in Hofstra College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. |
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