About the Degrees
Forensics Chemistry Specialization
If you have questions about the Forensic Chemistry Specialization within the Department of Chemistry, please contact Dr. Ed Navarre of the Department of Chemistry.
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Forensic Sciences Minor
The Forensic Sciences Minor is interdisciplinary, exposing students to concepts and skills of social and natural science disciplines that relate to legal matters. It integrates biology, chemistry, criminal justice and anthropology. The minor is ideal as a supplement to major programs focused on forensic applications or majors that incorporate forensic-related material and for students considering careers in forensic analysis, law enforcement, or other areas of the criminal justice and legal systems.
Students completing the minor in Forensic Sciences at SIUE will take courses in Anthropology, Biological Sciences, Chemistry, and Criminal Justice. If you have any questions about the Forensic Science Minor, please contact Dr. Corey Ragsdale of the Anthropology Department.
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Forensic Sciences (MS)
Students in the multidisciplinary Forensic Science Master’s program includes core participating faculty from the departments of Anthropology, Biological Sciences, and Chemistry. Established in 2023, the Program is a component of the Southwestern Illinois Justice and Workforce Development Campus in Belleville, Illinois.
The MS Program curriculum includes both theoretical and practical forensic science education. Research is integrated throughout the curriculum, and students complete a mentored research project and written thesis. The curriculum follows the Forensic Science Education Programs Accreditation Committee (FEPAC) guidelines. If you have additional questions about the Forensic Science Master’s program, please contact Dr. Thomas Spudich, Director of the MS in Forensic Sciences program.
