About the course

The Master of Forensic Science in Forensic Chemistry teaches students the fundamentals of medicinal chemistry and how to analyze trace evidence. The degree is FEPAC-accredited.Students gain the skills to understand and interpret material composition, uncover drug compositions and identify chemical components at the molecular level. Students gain the skills to evaluate and interpret chemical and material crime scene evidence. These skills are valued by law enforcement agencies, crime labs, coroner's offices, hospitals and courtrooms. Graduates also work in the private sector evaluating DNA, researching drugs and developing new products. Deep knowledge of medicinal, forensic and forensic drug analysis.Mastery of trace evidence analysis: hair and fibers, glass and soil, paper, paint, ignitable liquids and explosive residues.Working knowledge of ethics, criminal law and statistics.Familiarity with modern instrumental methods used in forensic laboratories, including mass spectrometry, optical spectroscopy, microscopy, chromatographic and electrophoretic separations.Communication skills necessary to present findings with clarity. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 4 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Fall (August), 2024	Washington, DC
Fall (August), 2025	Washington, DC

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for George Washington University

Academic IELTS: an overall band score of 6.0 with no individual score below 5.0, or

　　TOEFL: 550 on paper-based or 80 on Internet-based,

　　The Department of Forensic Sciences requires applicants to hold a bachelor's degree in chemistry from an accredited university. Preference is given to students who have extensive laboratory experience with instrumentation analysis through undergraduate research, internships or Federal Work-Study programs.

　　An undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university, with a major in a natural science or forensic science.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

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