Overview

By studying Forensic Science course at Trent University , you’ll learn the foundational science of forensics through the study of anthropology, biology, and chemistry, along with uniquely specialized forensics courses.

Key Facts

Gain necessary theoretical and practical experience to become an expert in evidence analysis and crime investigation.

Trent’s direct-entry professional Forensic Science program teaches core science in biology, chemistry, and anthropology, and integrates those topics with law and applied investigative practice.

Here, you’ll receive a comprehensive forensics education with opportunities to take specialized forensics courses like Crime Scene Investigation, Wildlife DNA Forensics, and Microbial Forensics. You will also learn the latest investigative techniques in one of our many applied forensics spaces.

When you graduate, you will be well-equipped with industry-level training to jump into a career in fields such as law, criminology, or environmental forensic science, as well as future graduate studies.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Crime Scene Investigation
Laboratory DNA Forensics
Bloodstain Pattern Analysis
Computer Crime and Forensics
Criminology in Forensics
Police Powers
Forensic Toxicology

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-15 00:00:00 , International

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National students: Apply through OUAC

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

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86

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

20 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Peterborough, Canada

Disciplines

Forensic Science View 13 other Bachelors in Forensic Science in Canada

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

115

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
A minimum of six Grade 12 4U or 4M courses, including program specific prerequisites
A minimum 70% overall final average
ENG 4U with a minimum of 60%
Program specific requirements:
A minimum 75% overall average, MHF4U or MCV4U are required. Admission average is calculated on required courses, including ENG4U, plus two next best 4U/M courses
Program requirements for admittance into co-op:
A minimum 80% average including ENG4U and one of MHF4U or MCV4U

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

39029 CAD / year

≈ 39029 CAD / year
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Citizens or residents

10012 CAD / year

≈ 10012 CAD / year

Additional Details

Ontario Students: $8,363.07 CAD

Living costs

Peterborough

Canada

1015 - 1615 CAD / month

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