Forensic Investigative Studies

Program Description

Designed specifically for front-line investigations, you’ll gain forensic knowledge from recognized experts in their respective fields. Your courses will deliver specialized skills and knowledge for an exciting career in forensic and criminal investigations.

The part-time program delivery allows you maximum flexibility. You’ll be able to begin your studies at any time with most subjects. It is not necessary to wait for the traditional start of a semester.

This program is offered in partnership with the British Columbia Institute of Technology (B.C.I.T.).

Admission Requirements

Program Eligibility:

• College or University diploma, degree, or certificate.
  
  OR
   
• Current serving police officer or other current relevant work history (i.e. private/auxiliary police, corporate/government security and investigations, etc.) with a minimum of two years experience.*
  
  AND
   
• English proficiency at the college level or equivalent or Seneca's EAC150 or equivalent.

* Letter of successful employment from applicant’s Human Resources Office (stating job title and years of service) will attest to the applicant’s performance as at the level of a post-secondary diploma for the purposes of this certificate only.

Desirable:

• Students are required to be highly literate in the English language, both written and oral, and possess good analytical skills to be successful in this program.

The Importance of Learning Skills:

Student success in college requires well developed learning skills (such as being able to work independently, participate in a team, be well-organized, develop good work habits, and show initiative). These skills are as important as prior academic achievement. While it is expected that applicants would have developed these skills through previous education and life experiences, Seneca offers support to assist students with further development of these important skills.

Your Career

Forensic Science has made it possible to detect, investigate and prosecute offences in ways never previously possible. This has resulted in requirements for advanced skill development by investigators accompanied by higher standards set out by the courts. Earn a certificate in Forensic Investigative Studies through part-time studies and you may find enhanced career opportunities as a police officer, police investigator, (i.e. Forensic Identification, Scene of Crime Investigation, etc.), corporate and government investigator, and other public safety professionals.

Application Process:

Please contact the King Campus Admissions and Registration Office for application procedures, or download a special Program Registration Form from our School website at www.senecac.on.ca/law.

Professional Development

Space permitting, subjects may be taken by the general public without formally registering for the program. Permission of the Program Co-ordinator is required.

Further Education

Graduates of this program who are accepted to B.C.I.T. will receive advanced standing credits towards B.C.I.T.’s:

• Advanced Specialty Certificate (Forensic Science Studies)
• Bachelor of Technology (Forensic Investigation)

Diploma to Degree... and Beyond

Through transfer agreements and institution partnerships, graduates of this Seneca College program may be eligible for credit at the following post-secondary institution(s):

Canada

Curriculum

A total of ten subjects are required for completion of this certificate.

Required Subjects:

 Elective Subjects:

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