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Forensic Science, Minor

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A minor in forensic science from Saint Louis University focuses on the application of science to legal problems and is an exceptional complement for those interested in science, medicine or law.  The forensic science faculty has both the academic and practical experience to deliver high impact instruction and to provide the tools to work for social justice in the spirit of Catholic, Jesuit education.  

SLU's minor in forensic science requires 23 credits, combining 17 credits of required courses and six credits of electives.

Course List
Code Title Credits
Required Courses
FRSC 2600Survey of Forensic Science3
FRSC 3620Chemical Forensics4
FRSC 3630Forensic Biology4
FRSC 4550Crime Scene Investigation3
FRSC 4610Death Investigation2
Elective Courses
Select two of the following:6
ANTH 2210
Biological Anthropology
ANTH 2240
Archaeology
ANTH 3280
Forensic Anthropology
ANTH 4710
Field Recovery Methods
SOC 3590
Law and Society
SOC 4930
Special Topics
SOC 4015
Quantitative Research Methods (or MATH 1300 Elementary Statistics with Computers )
Total Credits22

Continuation Standards

Students with a minor in Forensic Science must maintain a 2.00 GPA in their Forensic Science minor coursework.

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