Minor in Forensic Studies

Program Overview

Wright State University's Forensic Studies minor offers 18-20 hours of study, including core courses in forensic science and laboratory techniques. Students choose one physical science course and three electives from a range of disciplines, such as forensic anthropology, criminalistics, and forensic psychology. The minor prepares students for careers in forensic science, including roles as forensic medical examiners, crime scene investigators, and crime laboratory analysts.

Program Outline

Outline:

• Curriculum:
The minor in Forensic Studies at Wright State University consists of 18-20 hours of study, including:
• Two core courses
• One course in the physical sciences
• Three elective courses from a variety of disciplines
• Core Courses:
• FORS 2100: Introduction to Forensic Science
• FORS 2200: Forensic Science Laboratory
• Physical Science Course:
• Students must select one course from the following:
• BIOL 1110: Principles of Biology I
• BIOL 1220: Principles of Biology II
• CHEM 1210: General Chemistry I
• CHEM 1220: General Chemistry II
• PHYS 1300: Introductory Physics I
• PHYS 1310: Introductory Physics II
• Elective Courses:
• Students must select three elective courses from the following:
• ANTH 3450: Forensic Anthropology
• CJUS 3150: Criminalistics
• CJUS 3550: Forensic Psychology
• CJUS 3800: Crime Scene Investigation
• COM 3800: Legal Aspects of Communication
• GEOG 3500: Forensic Geography
• HC 3400: Health, Culture, and Society
• HIST 3990: Medicine and Society
• POLS 3360: Law and Public Policy
• SOC 3350: Criminology
• SOC 3500: Juvenile Delinquency

Careers:

• The minor in Forensic Studies can lead to careers in the following fields:
• Forensic medical examiner
• Forensic engineer
• Forensic accountant
• Crime scene investigator
• Crime laboratory analyst