Methodist University - Chemistry with a concentration in Forensic Science

The B.S. Degree in Chemistry with a concentration in Forensic Science

Our concentration in Forensic Science is geared toward students interested in pursuing a career in criminal forensic analysis. Criminalists use scientific methods and procedures, such as DNA analysis, chromatography, and infrared resonance imaging, to analyze evidence in criminal investigations. Our cross-curriculum program is strengthened by the collaboration of several departments, including Chemistry and Physical Science, Biology, and Justice Studies. This full spectrum approach prepares our graduates for entry into this fast-growing field.

Chemistry

Prefix	Required Chemistry Courses	Credit Hours
CHE 151	Chemistry I	4
CHE 152	Chemistry II	4
CHE 311	Quantitative Analysis	4
CHE 312	Instrumental Analysis	4
CHE 321	Organic Chemistry I	4
CHE 322	Organic Chemistry II	4
CHE 450	Biochemistry	4
CHE 486/7	Library / Laboratory Research	1 or 2
Prefix	Chemistry Electives	Credit Hours
	(Choose one for total 24 s.h. 300 or 400 level)
CHE 310	Inorganic Chemistry	3
CHE 421	Physical Chemistry I	4
CHE 422	Physical Chemistry II	4
CHE 485	Special Topics	3
		Total = 24-26

Additional Science and Math

Prefix	Additional Science and Math	Credit Hours
PHY 151	Physics I	4
PHY 152	Physics II	4
BIO 153	Fundamentals of Biology	4
BIO 307/396	Microbiology or Molecular Biology	4 or 3
BIO 321/317	Insect Biology or Local Flora	4
MAT 220	Applied Statistics	3
MAT 231	Calculus I	3
MAT 232	Calculus II	3
		Total = 28 - 29

Justice Studies

Prefix	Justice Studies	Credit Hours
JUS 242	Intro to Forensic Science	3
JUS 309	Criminology	3
JUS 389	Criminal Evidence & Procedure	3
JUS 401	The Investigative Process	3
JUS 420	Ethical Foundations in Criminal Justice	3
JUS 470	Internship	3
		Total = 18

Department of Chemistry