Master of Forensic Science in Forensic Toxicology
The Forensic Toxicology concentration is designed to prepare students for a career in either a Medical Examiner's Office or a private testing laboratory, where they would conduct analyses of biological samples to determine the presence of drugs and interpret their findings. Students who have an interest in Forensic Toxicology should major in either Chemistry or Biology at the undergraduate level. In addition to the required courses in each of those majors, the following specific courses are strongly recommended instrumental analysis, physiology and biochemistry.
 Additional degree requirements are set forth in the University Bulletin. Students are encouraged to participate in an internship program in one or more local toxicology laboratories.
Prerequisite: A bachelor's degree in chemistry from an accredited university with course work through instrumental analysis or permission of the department.
Required: The general requirements stated under the Columbian College of Arts and Sciences. The program of study consists of 36 credit hours of approved course work. All candidates are required to pass a written Master's Comprehensive Examination.
Required Courses
Electives
- Additional appropriate courses may be selected from the other courses offered by the Departments of Forensic Sciences, Pharmacology, etc.
- FORS 295 Research (1-3 cr.)
It is strongly recommended that students participate in FORS 298, the forensic sciences practicum.
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