Inter American University of Puerto Rico
Bachelor in Forensic Science (B.S.)
- Barranquitas, Puerto Rico
- Bayamón, Puerto Rico
BSc
DURATION
4 years
LANGUAGES
Spanish
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
About: The Bachelor in Forensic Science (B.S.) at The Inter American University of Puerto Rico teaches students scientific methods to establish the causes, method and circumstances of violent deaths and crimes. The interdisciplinary programme emphasizes evidence treatment and blends natural sciences, forensic sciences and criminology. The institution is a private, non-profit college with Christian roots and over 100 years' history.
Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue roles in forensic science, crime scene investigation, forensic laboratory analysis, DNA and toxicology testing, evidence management, and criminalistics. Job titles include forensic scientist, crime scene investigator, forensic technician, laboratory analyst, and roles supporting law enforcement, legal investigations and public safety.
The Forensic Science Program presents an interdisciplinary program of studies that aims to develop in students the knowledge and fundamental skills necessary for the application of scientific methods used to contribute to the discovery of the causes, method and circumstances of violent deaths and other crimes.
The Program emphasizes the treatment of evidence and is characterized by its combination of knowledge in the natural sciences, forensic sciences and criminology.
