Law & Policing - Trent Universit

Trent University's Law & Policing specialization, an add-on to the Forensics degree, equips students with forensic principles and techniques within the Canadian legal system and law enforcement. The specialization offers hands-on experience, research opportunities, internships, and access to experts in the field. Graduates are prepared for careers in law enforcement, forensic science, and related fields.

Program Outline

Law & Policing Specialization at Trent University

Degree Overview:

The Law & Policing specialization is offered as an add-on to any Forensics degree at Trent University. It focuses on the application of forensic principles and techniques within the Canadian legal system and law enforcement. This specialization aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate the evolving landscape of forensic investigation within the law enforcement community.

Outline:

The specialization requires completion of 4.0 credits:

2.0 FRSC credits:
FRSC 2100H: Criminal Code
FRSC 2110H: Police Powers
FRSC 2750H: Computer Crime and Forensics
FRSC 3110H: Criminology in Forensics
0.5 FRSC credit:
One course from FRSC 4100H: Science and (In)justice, FRSC 4312H: Presentation of Forensic Evidence, or FRSC 4380H: Advanced Topics in Law and Policing
1.5 credits:

Careers:

The Law & Policing specialization prepares students for a variety of careers in the law enforcement and forensic science fields. Some potential career paths include:

Police Officer
Document Analyst
Law Enforcement Officer
Lawyer
Crime Scene Technician
Criminalist

Other:

The specialization offers opportunities for hands-on experience in the field through mock crime scenes at Trent's on-campus Crime Scene House.
Students can participate in research and collaborate with scientists in the lab and professionals in the field.
Students can pursue third-year work placements in a sub-discipline of their choice, including internships with federal organizations like Border Services, RCMP, Health Canada, and Food Inspection Services.