Why study forensic science?
Forensic scientists examine crime-scene evidence via chemical and biological techniques, statistically analyze the results and may even serve as professional witnesses in court. If you are interested in using the most modern techniques to assist with crime-solving, then forensic science may be the right career path for you. Forensic scientists may be employed as
- Medical examiners
- Crime lab analysts
- Crime scene examiners
- Forensic engineers
- Psychological profilers
- Social science statisticians
- Computer analysts
- Polygraph technicians
- Composite artists
Additional information on careers in forensic science may be found at “Forensic Scientists: A Career in the Crime Lab.”
The Forensic Science Program at Heidelberg
Heidelberg's forensic science program provides students with skills and knowledge suitable for a variety of career opportunities. Graduates from this program may choose an entry-level position in a criminal lab, chemistry lab or biological lab. This program also fulfills the admission requirements for nearly all graduate programs in forensic science as well as for either chemistry or biology (depending on the concentration selected). The courses chosen for this program were based on a thorough evaluation of recommendations made by the American Academy of Forensic Sciences, forensic science programs at other institutions and the admission requirements for graduate programs in forensic science. A student completing the Forensic Science program will graduate with a bachelor's degree in either chemistry or biology. This provides the Heidelberg graduate greater flexibility in the job market compared to a strictly forensic science "major." Additionally, many graduate programs in forensic science require students to have a bachelor's degree in either chemistry or biology.