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Forensic Science Degree

Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice - Forensic Investigation

If you have an interest in solving crimes, building cases, and taking criminals off the streets, a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice with a Forensic Investigation concentration from CTU could be right for you. In this program, you can work to develop a solid foundation in law enforcement, the courts, and corrections as well as foundational forensic investigative knowledge. Combining the best of theory and practice, you’ll go into the lab for real-world experience in investigating crimes and criminal profiling.

Employment of forensic science technicians is projected to grow 11 percent from 2021 - 2031, much faster than the average for all occupations.1 The BSCJ-FI degree can help you prepare to enter that field.

The BSCJ in Forensic Investigation:

  • Has CTU Fast Track exams available - a series of mini modules designed to test your knowledge of key course objectives, offering the opportunity to earn college credit for what you already know

At CTU, students come first. Our flexible online course schedules are designed to help you to build a class schedule around your schedule. And with grants and scholarships available for those who qualify, a degree from CTU can be both achievable and affordable. Learn more below or fill out the form to speak with an admissions advisor.


1 Source: www.bls.gov/ooh/life-physical-and-social-science/forensic-science-technicians.htm, Visited January 5, 2023.


Relevant Institutional/Programmatic Accreditation
CTU is institutionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission www.hlcommission.org

CLASSES START

  • October 03, 2023
  • November 14, 2023
  • January 02, 2024

TOTAL CREDITS

182

PROGRAM AVAILABILITY

  • Colorado Springs

Program Details

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  • Degree Requirements

    Courses: General Education
    Credits
    Course Title Course Description Credit Hours
    CJUS261 Ethics in Criminal Justice 4.5
     
    COMS105 Interpersonal Communications 4.5
    or
    COMS203 Speech Communications 4.5
     
    GOVT201 American Government and Public Affairs 4.5
    ENGL104 Introductory Written Communication 4.5
    ENGL105 Professional Written Communications 4.5
    HIST101 Modern American History: 1950 to the 21st Century 4.5
    MATH102 Introduction to College Math 4.5
    MATH106 Algebra for Business 4.5
    PHIL101 Introduction to Ethics 4.5
    PSYC102 Introductory Psychology 4.5
    SCI101 Introduction to the Sciences 4.5
    SCI103 Science and Technology- Laboratory Course 1.5
    SCI201 Environmental Science and Sustainability 4.5
    SCI203 Environmental Science and Sustainability - Laboratory Course 1.5
    SOCL102 Introductory Sociology 4.5
    UNIV104 Academic and Career Success 4.5
    Total Credit Hours: 66
    Courses: Core
    Credits
    Course Title Course Description Credit Hours
    CJUS141 Introduction to Criminal Justice 4
    CJUS201 Law Enforcement Operations and Report Writing 4
    CJUS254 Introduction to Homeland Security 4
    CJUS263 American Corrections 4
    CJUS280 Victimology 4
    CJUS285 Juvenile Delinquency 4
    CJUS290 Criminal Law 4
    CJUS343 Criminology 4
    CJUS375 Criminal Procedure 4
    CJUS440 The Laws of Evidence 4
    PBAD201 Public Administration 4
    PSYC210 Social Psychology 4
    PSYC337 Abnormal Psychology in the Workplace 4
    UNIV201 Career Planning and Management 4
    Total Credit Hours: 56
    Courses: Concentration
    Credits
    Course Title Course Description Credit Hours
    CJFI360 Introduction to Criminalistics 4
    CJFI410 Advanced Crime Scene Forensics 4
    CJFI420 Forensic Photography & Crime Scene Documentation 4
    CJFI430 Medico-Legal Death Investigations 4
    CJFI440 Bones, Bugs & Teeth – The Recovery of Human Remains 4
    CJFI451 Introduction to Ridgeology 4
    CJUS448 Criminal Investigation 4
    CJUS460 Interview and Interrogation 4
    CJUS484 Criminal Justice Capstone 4
    ELE Select 4 credit hours of electives from the list provided 4
    HRMT215 Management of Human Resources 4
    IT254 Spreadsheet Applications 4
    MGM335 Organizational Behavior Principles 4
    PBAD301 Grant Writing Basics 4
    PSYC346 Forensic Psychology 4
    Total Credit Hours: 60
    Courses- Elective Choices
    Credits
    Course Title Course Description Credit Hours
    CJFI430 Medico-Legal Death Investigations 4
    CJHS311 Study of Alcohol Use and Abuse 5
    CJHS315 Child Abuse 4
    CJUS350 Community Corrections 4
    CJUS352 Community Policing 4
    CJUS354 Criminal Courts 4
    CJUS356 Loss Prevention 4
    CJUS360 Legal Elements of Fraud 4
    CJUS380 White Collar and Financial Crimes 4
    CJUS420 Family and Domestic Violence 4
    CJUS422 Probation and Parole 4
    CJUS424 Constitutional Law 4
    CJUS434 Terrorism and Organized Crime 4
    CJUS450 Forensic Criminology 4

    Total Credit Hours: 182

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