Forensic Biology
Analyzing blood or hair specimens at crime scenes; identifying illegal products from endangered species; and deciphering the cause of death of an individual based on human remains – just a few examples of the role forensic biologists play in the field of forensic science. Trent’s Forensics Biology degree gives you all the advantages of hands-on forensic studies, while developing your expertise as a biological scientist. Students of the Forensic Biology degree program receive a comprehensive biology education that includes the study of life – from the level of molecules and cells to populations and communities – applying this knowledge practically as they practice case work and learn to work as a team in crime scenes and criminal investigations.
Degrees Offered:
- B.Sc. (Honours)
Locations:
- Peterborough
Resume Boosters:
- Access to Trent’s new sector-leading Forensic Crime Scene Facility – a first-of-its-kind building constructed on a Canadian university campus – offering a unique opportunity to learn about and research crime scene investigations from cutting edge forensic science experts
- A third-year work placement in a subdiscipline of your choice, which could include federal government internships with Border Services, RCMP, Health Canada, Food Inspection Services
- Opportunities to research and work directly with scientists in labs and professionals in the field
- Direct access to leading experts in DNA profiling, and in the Forensic Science program, at the Natural Resources DNA Profiling and Forensics Centre, and in the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry
Career Paths:
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Biologists and related scientists conduct basic and applied research to extend knowledge of living organisms, to manage natural resources, and to develop new practices and products related to medicine and agriculture. They are employed in both laboratory and field settings by governments, environmental consulting companies, resource and utilities companies, chemical, pharmaceutical and biotechnical companies and health and educational institutions.
Career Opportunities
- Crime Scene Technician
- Criminalist
- DNA Analyst
- Genetic Counselor
- Coroner
- Wildlife Forensic Scientist
- Forensic Pathologist
- Medical Research Scientist
- Forensic Anthropologist
- DNA Scientist
- Bloodstain Pattern Analyst
- Forensic Toxicologist
Popular Courses:
- Biocrime and Bioterrorism
- Bloodstain Pattern Analysis
- Cell Biology
- Forensic Entomology
- Human Osteology
- Laboratory DNA Forensics
- Non-Human DNA Forensics
- Workplace Readiness and Professional Ethics
- Bioinformatics
Admission Requirements
Ontario Secondary School Requirements:
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
- A minimum of six Grade 12 4U or 4M courses, including program specific prerequisites
- A minimum 70% overall final average (unless otherwise specified)
- ENG 4U with a minimum of 60%
Program Requirements:
- 75% overall average. SBI4U, SCH4U, and MHF4U or MCV4U are required. Admission average is calculated on required courses, including ENG4U, plus two next best 4U/M courses
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