Forensic Biology combines the study of living systems with forensic investigation. In this unique degree, you'll develop the expertise to tackle complex questions that extend beyond the scope of many traditional forensic programs.
- Specialized study in DNA analysis, forensic entomology, human identification, and crime scene investigation.
- Comprehensive biological science training spanning molecular, cellular, organism, and population-level biology.
- Trent's 4,100-square-foot Forensics Crime Scene Facility, the first facility of its kind on a Canadian university campus, where evidence collection, analysis, and investigation come together in one learning environment.
- Direct access to DNA profiling expertise through the Natural Resources DNA Profiling and Forensics Centre located right on campus.
Apply biological science to forensic investigation, developing expertise in DNA analysis, genetics, and evidence interpretation while studying at one of Canada’s most renowned Forensics programs.
Gain valuable career experience while earning academic credit.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENG4U, SBI4U, SCH4U, and MHF4U or MCV4U | SPH4U | 75-80% |
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Students from across Canada can use their grades from their home province to apply to Trent.
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International students from outside Canada can apply based on the curriculum of their home country.
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Mature students can apply to Trent based on previous education and professional or volunteer experience.
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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.
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.
I was always interested in the investigation side of forensics but enjoyed the flexibility of having a joint major so that I could explore additional career options.
- Conduct independent research under faculty supervision through upper-year research projects, honours thesis opportunities, and community-based forensic research experiences.
- Partner with local organizations to tackle real-world research questions through community-based research projects.
- Research alongside experts working in the Natural Resources DNA Profiling and Forensics Centre, and the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry – located right on campus.
- Explore applied forensic courses in forensic entomology and human identification.
- Investigate realistic forensic scenarios in Trent's 4,100-square-foot Forensics Crime Scene Facility, connecting evidence recovery with scientific interpretation.
- 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.
- Complete a third-year placement in a forensic or biological science setting, gaining hands-on experience in the field, working with organizations such as the Canada Border Services Agency, RCMP, Health Canada, and Canadian Food Inspection Agency