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Forensic Science involves analyzing physical evidence within the framework of modern legal systems. Essentially, it represents the application of scientific methods to support judicial proceedings. This field encompasses numerous specialized areas such as Forensic Anthropology, Forensic Biology, Forensic Chemistry, and Forensic Psychology. At its core, Forensic Science operates on the principle of uncovering factual truths and interpreting evidentiary significance in criminal investigations and legal proceedings.
The University of Toronto Mississauga offers Canada's pioneering Forensic Science Bachelor of Science program. This curriculum equips students with comprehensive knowledge of scientific analysis, theoretical foundations, laboratory techniques, practical applications, and fieldwork methods – while enabling specialization in a chosen concentration. Students can opt for either a Forensic Science Major, which requires pairing with a second approved science major (listed below), or a Forensic Science Specialist program focusing on specific specialization streams (also detailed below).
Prospective Forensic Science students MUST complete mandatory introductory university-level courses (refer to specific FSC program for minimum requirements) before becoming eligible to apply for program admission.
Students from different countries should have qualifications equivalent to Ontario Secondary School Diploma. Six 4U/M courses, including:
English Language Requirements
International English Language Testing System (IELTS): The minimum requirement is an overall band of 6.5, with no band below 6.0.
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): The minimum scores required for the different TOEFL tests are:
Internet-based Test:
Minimum Requirement: total score of 100 + 22 on Writing
Discretionary Range: total score 89-99 + 22 on Writing
Cambridge Assessment English C1: Advanced or C2: Proficiency: A minimum overall score of 180, with at least 170 in each component.
Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL): The minimum score required to meet our English facility requirement is an overall score of 70 and no part below 60.
Canadian Test of English for Scholars and Trainees (CanTEST): The minimum requirement is a total score of 4.5, and no part below 4.