The Minor in Forensic Science is ideal for students who want to learn the techniques that can be used to identify suspects, help solve criminal investigations, and support the science behind these processes. This minor focuses on the application of forensic science techniques in the legal system such as evidence handling in an active investigation and expert testimony in the courtroom. Students will be trained for career opportunities such as forensic scientists or crime scene investigation positions with law enforcement agencies and crime laboratories.

Course work for this minor is predominantly delivered at the Edwards Campus in Overland Park, KS. Some courses are delivered at the Lawrence Campus or online.

This minor is available to all degree seeking students and is also one of 3 minors in the Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology. To declare a Minor in Forensic Science a student must have a minimum 2.0 cumulative KU GPA and be degree seeking.

Course List

Code	Title	Hours
Required Courses:
BTEC 430	Evidence Handling and Testimony in the Courts	3
BTEC 520	Forensic Techniques I	3
BTEC 530	Forensic Techniques II	3
CRIM 300	Introduction to Criminal Justice	3
CRIM 355	Crime Scene Investigation	3
Choose two electives:		6
BSCI 351	Genetics Laboratory
BSCI 400	Microbiology
BSCI 401	Microbiology Laboratory
BSCI 430	Molecular Biology Laboratory
Total Hours		21