A student pursuing the degree at Husson University will study Chemistry, Biology, and Forensic Science as well as substantive, evidentiary and procedural law.
Forensic science specialists examine and evaluate physical evidence, using chemical, microscopic, instrumental and physical methods of analysis.
They may be required to work with blood and other biological fluids, hair, gunshot residue, drugs, fibers, paint and glass. Forensic science specialists also typically are responsible for preparing written reports on their findings, serving as expert witnesses in court hearings and conducting research regarding new technologies, equipment and techniques.
Goals:
To provide students with competency in the following areas:
- Forensic Science within the Justice System
- Crime Scene Processing
- Evidence Documentation, Preservation and Packaging
- Systematic and holistic approach to evidence examination
- Presumptive and Confirmatory testing of forensic samples
- Comparison of pattern evidence
- Judicial and Courtroom Proceduresa
- Research and Analytical Methods