Forensic Science, PSM

The PSM in Forensic Science at ASU advances careers in forensic science and related fields by providing in-depth knowledge and skills in forensic sciences, laboratory supervision, and scientific inquiry. The program offers a flexible online format with multiple enrollment sessions and prepares graduates for administrative and advancement opportunities in both government and private sectors.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The PSM program in forensic science aims to:

Advance the careers of professionals in forensic science, law enforcement, medicolegal, and related fields.
Equip students with in-depth knowledge and skills in forensic sciences and laboratory supervision.
Develop competencies in working with regulatory bodies for oversight in forensic laboratories.
Enhance scientific inquiry skills in biology, chemistry, genetics, and related topics.
Refine critical laboratory leadership skills.
Prepare graduates for administrative and advancement opportunities within and beyond forensic science laboratories in both government and private sectors.

Outline:

Program Structure:

30 credit hours including an applied project course (FOR 593)
Divided into two categories: Required Core and Other Requirements

Required Core (9 credit hours):

FOR 525: Forensic Science and Governance (3)
FOR 550: Ethics in Forensic Science (3)
FOR 565: Laboratory Leadership, Policy, and Practice (3)

Other Requirements (18 credit hours):

Choose 18 credit hours from the following courses:
FOR 501: Forensic Toxicology (3) or FOR 532: Principles of Pharmacology (3)
FOR 502: Advanced Forensic Botany (3) or FOR 503: Forensic Entomology (3)
FOR 560: Quantitative Methods in Forensic Science Research (3), BMI 515: Applied Biostatistics in Medicine and Informatics (3) or HCD 501: Population Health Data Management and Analysis (3)
FOR 592: Research (3)
PSY 546: Advanced Forensic Psychology (3) or CRJ 537: Criminal Procedure of Investigations for Social and Forensic Scientists (3)

Culminating Experience (3 credit hours):

FOR 593: Applied Project (3)

Careers:

Career Opportunities:

Biomedical researcher
Crime scene investigator
Crime or forensic laboratory director, manager, or supervisor
Forensic anthropologist
Forensic engineer
Forensic nurse
Forensic scientist
Forensic toxicologist
Law enforcement officer or supervisor
Military service member
Pharmaceutical researcher

Further Education:

Professional schools
PhD programs

Other:

The program is offered online with multiple enrollment sessions throughout the year.
Applicants with a bachelor's or master's degree in an appropriate physical, biological, or computer science or related field from a regionally accredited institution are eligible to apply.
Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 in their first bachelor's degree or applicable master's degree program.
The program is offered by the School of Interdisciplinary Forensics at ASU.
School of Interdisciplinary Forensics
FAB N101
NCGradOnline@asu.edu
602-543-3000