Master of Science in Forensic Toxicology
Program Overview
The MS Program in Forensic Toxicology is a two-year, full-time program at Jefferson University. Designed to advance students in forensic toxicology, this program provides expertise in all areas of toxicology through coursework and hands-on training at the CFSRE in Willow Grove, PA. The program also includes essential, hands-on training through the Center's internship program and culminates in moot court experiences. This PSM degree combines advanced coursework in science with professional skill development activities aligned with the needs of 21st-century employers.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The MS Program in Forensic Toxicology is a unique program designed to position students for advancement and professional development in the specific field of forensic toxicology. It is a full-time, two-year program with courses taught at both the Jefferson - Center City campus and the CFSRE's Willow Grove, PA location. The program provides students with expertise in all areas of toxicology, including:
- Workplace drug testing
- Post mortem analysis
- Human performance toxicology
- Legal procedure and ethics
- Business & management coursework The program also includes essential, hands-on training through the Center's internship program, provided at their state-of-the-art facility in Willow Grove, PA. This practicum immerses students in mock casework samples and provides them with experience in drug and toxin detection and extraction, quantification, instrumental analysis and data interpretation and report writing. The Program culminates in moot court experiences.
Other:
All of our master's programs are designated Professional Science Master’s (PSM). PSM is a graduate/ professional degree grounded in science and designed for a variety of career options in business, government or non-profit organizations. The degree combines advanced coursework in science with an array of professional skill-development activities aligned with the needs of 21st century employers.
