Department of Forensic Science

	Forensic Science at Laurentian University Forensic Science at Laurentian University started as the Forensic Biology Option in the Department of Biology from 1998 to 2004. In March of 2004 the Laurentian University Senate passed the creation of the new and independent Department of Forensic Science. This Department has its own resources, faculty, support staff and research. Our faculty consists of forensic practitioners who bring their knowledge of forensic science directly to the classroom and teaching laboratory. What Is Forensic Science? Forensic Science is the application of scientific principles and procedures to legal contexts. It is our goal to train students in being able to apply their scientific training in all forensic contexts.
Current Students	Future Students
Find out all you need to know about what is going on in the Department!	Would you like to become a Forensic Scientist? To become one of our distinguished Forensic Science students and future graduates, please see the following: Application Procedures to find out how to apply to our program. Program Information and Admission Standards to obtain a brief overview of our programs, academic requirements, required police check and progression requirements. First Year Courses for a complete list of the required courses for first year students in any of the four programs that can be chosen. Forensic Science Course Descriptions for a detailed description of what each course entails.