University of New Haven

Program Information

Degree Offered

M.S.-Forensic Science/Advanced Investigations; M.S.-Forensic Science/Fire Science; M.S.-Forensic Science/Criminalistics

Program Description:

Forensic science is a broad, interdisciplinary field in which the natural sciences are employed to analyze and evaluate physical evidence in matters of the law.
The interdisciplinary forensic science program has three concentrations: criminalistics, fire science, and advanced investigation. In addition to the M.S. degree programs, professional certificates are offered in all the specialties for those who want certification in a second track or who require only the specialized courses.
The criminalistics concentration provides advanced technical background for those wishing to enter the criminalistics field as professional laboratory examiners. The fire science concentration provides advanced training in arson scene investigation, laboratory analysis of arson-related evidence, and related aspects of arson and fire investigation. The advanced investigation concentration provides advanced training in forensic sciences and investigation techniques, and is designed for students interested in applying forensic science to investigations, forensic identification, crime scene processing, and related work.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offered: No

Format: Campus

Classification: Master's Colleges & Universities I

Institution Sector: Private not-for-profit

Locale: Large Suburb

Size & Settings: 5,000 - 9,999