Forensic Biology (BS)
The Bachelor of Science degree in Forensic Biology presents a curriculum of an interdisciplinary nature by applying natural and mathematical sciences to the comparative analysis of bacteriological material to contribute to clarify the causes, method and circumstances of death and other crimes. The Program aspires to make the graduates one proficient in the collection and preservation of biological material and in the use of techniques of hematological, serologic and DNA analyses.
The Bayamón Campus is authorized to offer this Program.
Goals of the program
- Develop professionals in the field of forensic biology who have mastery of the discipline through an interdisciplinary approach.
- Promote the development of professionals with the expected competencies in the workplace at a national or international level.
Program objectives
- Develop the forensic, chemical, biological, mathematical and physical knowledge necessary in the field of forensic biology.
- Develop skills for the application of adequate techniques for hematological, serological and DNA analyzes that are used in the clarification of cases of death and other crimes.
- Develop professionals who are willing to work as a team and comply with the ethical and legal standards of the profession.
Competencies Profile of Graduates
This Program is designed to develop the competencies that will enable students to:
Knowledge
- Demonstrate general knowledge in forensic Biology.
- Demonstrate general knowledge on analysis and identification of samples of biological origin.
Skills
- Use the suitable modern technologies to carry out hematological, serologic and DNA analyses.
- Apply general knowledge of Biology to specific analyses of DNA, blood and other corporal fluids.
Attitudes
- Work in teams to carry out a criminal research within the legal, ethical and moral frame.
Academic Requirements for the Bachelor of Science Degree in Forensic Biology
| General Education Requirements |
45 credits |
| Major Requirements |
26 credits |
| Related Requirements |
54-55 credits |
| Elective Courses |
3 credits |
| Total |
128-129 credits |
General Education Requirements - 45 credits
Forty-five (45) credits are required as explained in the section “General Education Requirements for Bachelors’ Degrees.” Students will take the course GEMA 1200 in the Basic Skills in Mathematics category. Students are exempt from taking courses in the Scientific and Technological Context category.
Major Requirements - 26 credits
Related Requirements - 54-55 credits