Forensics and Arts, Forensics and Science

Trent University

Canada, Abbotsford

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Trent University

Canada , Abbotsford

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Peterborough

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines8-Sep-2023

Apply to this program

Go to the official application for the university

Duration 4 year(s)

Tuition Fee

CAD 26,191 / year

Next Intake 8-Sep-2023

Forensics and Arts, Forensics and Science

About

Trent is the only university in Canada to offer students the chance to combine your study of forensics with one of several different academic disciplines. Choose a joint major in forensics
in combination with a vast array of complementary areas of study in either the arts or the sciences. Interested in a career in forensics specializing in ballistics? A joint degree with Physics could come in handy. Want to analyze the mental state of criminals, or become a criminal profiler? Combine your Forensics degree with a B.A. in Psychology. The emerging field of computer forensics means a joint major with Computing Systems can help you stand out from the crowd. No matter what your forensic career ambitions are, you have plenty of options at Trent.

First-hand investigative work with bloodstain pattern analysis, fingerprinting, and evidence recovery in mock crime scenes at Trent's on- campus Crime Scene House
Opportunities to research and work directly with scientists in the lab and professionals in the field
Direct access to leading experts in DNA profiling, and forensics at the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Tawjihi (General Secondary Education Certificate) with a minimum overall mark of 75%.

Career

Featured

Crime Scene Technician

Police officers protect the public, detect and prevent crime and perform other activities directed at maintaining law and order. They are employed by municipal and federal governments and some provincial and regional governments. This unit group includes railway police.

$26.46-$55.00/hr

Salary Range

80,100

Jobs in Canada

23,100

10YR Job Outlook

Source: Government of Canada

Career Opportunities

Crime Scene Technician
Criminalist
Police Officer
DNA Analyst
Wildlife Forensic Scientist
Research Scientist
Forensic Pathologist
Medical Research Scientist
Document Analyst
Law Enforcement
Lawyer
Forensic Toxicologist

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

CAD 26,191

How to Apply

You are encouraged to apply to Trent as early as possible as some programs have limited enrolment.

Ontario secondary students will use the OUAC 101 application form at www.ouac.on.ca/101
If you are not currently registered as an Ontario secondary student, please apply using the OUAC 105 application and refer to the special application instructions below. www.ouac.on.ca/ouac-105/
Domestic students (Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents) not currently enrolled in an Ontario high school, and wishing to only apply to Trent University, can do so through the Trent direct application If you are an international applicant or are applying to multiple universities/programs, please apply at www.ouac.on.ca/ouac-105/

The OUAC website has many helpful resources such as Frequently Asked Questions, Video Tutorials and step-by-step guides.

Access Codes:

If you are currently enrolled in an Ontario secondary school, guidance counsellors will provide you with access codes (school number, student number, temporary PIN) to access the OUAC site and application process.

All other applicants will create user profiles on the OUAC site and will not require access codes.

Admissions Forms

Below you will find links to a variety of forms to support your application to Trent University.

Release of Information (Login to MyTrent)
Extenuating Circumstances - This form can be found under the 'Academics' tab on your myTrent portal.
Intention to Upgrade - This form can be found under the 'Academics' tab on your myTrent portal.
Mature Student Supplementary Application - The form can be found under the 'Academics' tab on your myTrent portal.
Reactivation Form - Please visit the Former Trent Students webpage for further details.
Indigenous Diploma Program Supplementary Application