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Forensic Biology
Master of Science (MS)
The Master of Science (MS) in Forensic Biology is a specialized Core Curriculum
professional degree for students or existing practitioners who want
• Forensic Serology & Immunology
to further their training. This interdisciplinary graduate degree blends
proficiency in key scientific principles with management and professional • Human Genetics
skills to prepare scientists for leadership positions in business,
• Forensic Genetics
government, and non-profit agencies.
• Advanced Forensic Genetics
With increased demand from laboratory directors for specialized
• Master’s Thesis Research
education and training, the MS in Forensic Biology was designed in
collaboration with The Center for Forensic Science Research & Education • Laboratory Clerkship
(CFSRE), a leading organization in the promotion of advancements in • Journal Club in Forensic Serology
forensic science. Graduates will be qualified for public and private sector & Immunology
employment opportunities, including crime laboratories at the federal,
• Journal Club in Forensic Genetics
state and local levels; private labs; military facilities; hospitals; academic
centers and industry. • Forensic Science Forum
• Emerging technologies that involve next-generation sequencing, The curriculum outlined above exceeds
assay design, and genotyping applicable to forensics, medical, the educational requirements for
employment set forth by the Quality Assurance
and other related fields. Standards for Forensic DNA Testing Laboratories.