Forensic Science, Minor
Saint Louis University's forensic science minor focuses on applying science to legal problems. It complements the study of science, medicine or law.
Program Highlights
- SLU's minor in forensic science requires 22 credits, combining 14 credits of required courses and eight credits of electives.
- SLU's forensic science faculty offers the academic and practical experience to deliver high-impact instruction and provide the tools to work for social justice in the spirit of Catholic, Jesuit education.
Code | Title | Credits |
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Required Courses | ||
FRSC 2600 | Survey of Forensic Science | 3 |
FRSC 2800 | Professional Issues in Forensic Science | 3 |
FRSC 3620 & FRSC 3621 | Chemical Forensics and Chemical Forensics Laboratory | 3 |
FRSC 3630 & FRSC 3631 | Forensic Biology and Forensic Biology Laboratory | 3 |
FRSC 4550 & FRSC 4551 | Crime Scene Investigation and Crime Scene Investigation Laboratory | 3 |
Elective Courses | ||
Select a minimum of eight credit hours from the following: | 8 | |
Biological Anthropology | ||
Archaeology | ||
Forensic Anthropology | ||
Field Recovery Methods | ||
Law and Society | ||
Quantitative Research Methods (or MATH 1300 Elementary Statistics with Computers ) | ||
Death Investigation | ||
Total Credits | 23 |
Continuation Standards
Students with a minor in forensic science must maintain a 2.00 GPA in their forensic science minor coursework.