专业 Science Master’s in 法医化学

Develop a theoretical understanding of forensics along with the practical and real-world skills to perform objective scientific analysis with the 专业 Science Master’s (PSM) in 法医化学​ 在威尼斯人赌场网站的 College of Science and Technology. This 32-credit graduate degree is designed for students looking to tackle today’s challenges in forensic, environmental and other areas of chemistry. 

Led by an interdisciplinary team of 教授学者, the 法医化学PSM program prepares graduates for positions in the private and public sectors that affect civil litigation, criminal investigation and prosecution, 国土安全, 法律改革, and technological advancements by providing

  • a strong background in analytical methodologies;
  • exploration of applied biopharmaceutics, data analysis, ethics and policy, law, and toxicology; and
  • access to real-world independent research projects

With opportunities to get real-world experience 进行研究, the professional science master’s graduate program positions you for 职业发展. Through the required internship and independent project, you’ll develop advanced forensic skills and train to become a leader within the field.

程序的格式 & 课程

Classes for the 法医化学PSM are held in the evening on Temple’s Main Campus to accommodate working professionals. 先进的, career-focused curriculum requires 32 credit hours of coursework and can be completed in two years.

Classes are a blend of research and seminar courses including

  • Advanced 法医化学;
  • Biotransformation of Drugs and Xenobiotics;
  • 法医毒理学;
  • 调查化学; and
  • 领导, Law and 道德 in Forensic Science.

Students must also successfully complete a final capstone project with a local biotechnology, healthcare or pharmaceutical company or conduct research at Temple under the guidance of a principal investigator as a graduation requirement.

Learn more about the required courses for the 法医化学PSM.

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+1 Accelerated Degree Programs

Temple undergraduates can pursue dual degrees with an accelerated +1 dual bachelor’s + master’s degree option. The 专业 Science Master’s in 法医化学 can be completed through the +1 accelerated pathway if the required qualifications are met by junior year.

  • +1 BS in Biochemistry + 法医化学PSM
  • +1 BA in Chemistry + 法医化学PSM 
  • +1 BS in Chemistry + 法医化学 PSM

Learn more about +1 forensic chemistry accelerated degree programs. If you are a current Temple student interested in one of these +1 programs, please fill out this form.

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学费 & 费用

In keeping with Temple’s commitment to access and affordability, this 专业 Science Master's offers a competitive level of tuition with multiple opportunities for financial support.

学费 rates are set annually by the university and are affected by multiple factors, including program degree level (undergraduate or graduate), course load (full- or part-time), in-state or out-of-state residency, 和更多的. These tuition costs apply to the 2023–2024 academic year.

宾夕法尼亚州居民: $1,301.每学分00美元
州外: $1,696.每学分00美元

你可以看到完整的 Cost of Attendance breakdown on the Student Financial Services website.

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