Undergraduate
Forensics & Arts
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- Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
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- Peterborough
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- Fall
- Forensics
At a glance:
- Degree Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
- Campus Peterborough
- Program is Offered Fall
- Study Options Part time/Full time
- OUAC Codes RCU - Arts Joint Major Peterborough
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The Trent Advantage
Trent is the only university in Canada where you can combine Forensics with another discipline through a dedicated joint major, building specialized expertise aligned with your career goals.
A unique Forensics degree to reflect your diverse interests. Pair forensic science with fields across the arts and graduate with a unique combination of scientific, investigative, and analytical skills.
- Canada's only joint-major Forensics program, giving you the flexibility to combine Forensics with another area of study.
- Degree pathways spanning Anthropology, Archaeology, Psychology, to name a few.
- Specialized study in human identification, cybercrime, DNA analysis, wildlife forensics, and crime scene investigation.
- Sector-leading 4,100-square-foot Forensics Crime Scene Facility, the first facility of its kind on a Canadian university campus.
Career experience while you learn
Every Forensics & Arts student has a guaranteed route to paid, credited experience before they graduate.
Research Opportunities
- Conduct community-based research projects and honours thesis research that combine forensic science with your second area of study.
- Access expertise from forensic scientists, legal professionals, and practitioners at the Natural Resources DNA Profiling and Forensics Centre and the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry, located right on campus.
- Explore specialized forensic topics through independent faculty-supervised research projects tailored to your interests.
- Work with real evidence in Trent's Forensics Crime Scene Facility
Field Schools and Hands-On Courses
- Customize your forensic education through specialized courses in crime scene investigation, DNA forensics, bloodstain pattern analysis, toxicology, forensic anthropology, and computer crime.
Study Abroad
- Take your Trent education global. Spend a semester or year studying at one of Trent’s 50+ international partner universities, participate in a summer field course, or gain international experience through a placement or internship.
- With opportunities in more than 35 countries, you can broaden your academic perspective, experience new cultures, and build skills that prepare you for a global career.
Placements
- Complete a third-year placement, gaining hands-on experience working with police services, law firms, Crown Attorney offices, hospitals, forensic laboratories, veterinary clinics, fire investigation units, and forensic document analysis organizations.
Career Paths
- Forensic Investigator
- Cybercrime Specialist
- DNA Analyst
- Wildlife Forensic Scientist
- Forensic Document Examiner
In Their Own Words
I know firsthand the value students get out of their degree in our Forensics programs. The experience we offer stands out for many reasons, but if I had to pick one it would be the breadth of what we cover within Forensic Science also more broad critical thinking skills that are vital to bring into today’s workforce. Students here really get to go after their interests and explore them in practical settings. Every year I see how that interdisciplinary and experiential learning is what helps our graduates land jobs.
Dr. Aaron Shafer
Professor of Forensic Science
Admissions
Whether you're graduating from an Ontario high school, looking to study in Canada, or training for a second career, Trent has clear pathways for students to apply and be admitted to study at either of our campuses.
Requirements
If you are coming straight from high school in Ontario or are a recent grad, the general admission requirements are:
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
- A minimum of six Grade 12 4U or 4M courses, including program-specific prerequisites
- ENG4U with a minimum of 60%
| Admission Requirements | Recommended Admission Requirements | Estimated Admission Average | Co-op Admission Average |
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| ENG4U | 4U Math | 70-75% |
Requirements
Students from across Canada can use their grades from their home province to apply to Trent.
Requirements
International students from outside Canada can apply based on the curriculum of their home country.
Requirements
Mature students can apply to Trent based on previous education and professional or volunteer experience.
Requirements
With many transfer agreements and flexible pathway options, Trent University makes it easy for students to make the most of the credits you have already earned.
Tuition Estimate
Estimate your tuition, ancillary fees, and potential entrance scholarships based on your program, residency status, and academic average.
Tuition
Base Tuition Fee
$6,240.85
Ancillary Fees
Ancillary Fees (non-tuition costs supporting student services, such as athletics, campus safety, college fees, etc.)
$2,122.22
Total:
$ 8,363.07
* The tuition details and scholarships listed are for domestic students only. International applicants should contact the financial aid office directly for equivalent guidance.
Scholarships
If you’re a top scholar with an average of 80% or higher, you qualify to automatically receive an entrance scholarship to Trent. Scholars with 95% or higher? You earn free first-year tuition – no application required.
| Entrance Average | Maximum Scholarship Potential | Details |
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| 95%+ | $18,241 | $6,241 first year Full Tuition + $4,000 x 3 years |
| 90-94.9% | $12,000 | $3,000 x 4 years |
| 85-89.9% | $8,000 | $2,000 x 4 years |
| 80-84.9% | $6,000 | $1,500 x 4 years |
* Available to Domestic students only. Based on 2026/27 tuition for a general arts and science program
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