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Kristin A. Shea
Program Coordinator and
Academic Advisor
317-274-6882
forsci@iupui.edu
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Forensic Science and the FIS Program |
Forensic
science is the application of the methods of science to matters
involving the public. In many cases, this means the application
of science in solving crimes. Forensic science is multidisciplinary;
it involves chemistry, biology, physics, math, biochemistry,
engineering, computer science, psychology, medicine, law, criminal
justice, etc. Forensic scientists analyze evidence and testify
in court. They may be called upon to attend crime scenes,
train police investigators and attorneys, and conduct research.
In Fall of 2004, IUPUI began the
first forensic science degree program in Indiana. This program was
developed by faculty from the School of Law, the School of Science,
and the School of Public and Environmental Affairs (SPEA).
Each School contributes to the FIS program by offering required and
elective classes, and by mentoring students in the program.
In the image below, click on the logo of each School to go
to its web site.
Completion of this program leads
to the Bachelor of Science degree in Forensic
and Investigative Sciences. All students take a core of science
classes and university requirements. Then, each student chooses
one of the current two concentrations:
The program also includes
courses in imaging and photography, law and forensic science
(taught by law faculty), laboratory courses in forensic chemistry
and forensic biology, as
well as an opportunity to do an internship at a crime laboratory.
Graduates of the program will be able to seek employment in
crime labs, scientific industries, environmental agencies, and
federal or local law enforcement. |
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