Courses and schedules are subject to change based on demand and availability.
Core Courses
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| GMS6362 | Principles of Crime Scene Investigation | 3 |
| GMS6352 | Artifacts of Decomposition | 3 |
| GMS6905 | Independent Studies in Medical Sciences (Literature Survey) | 2 |
| GMS6905 | Independent Studies in Medical Sciences (Final Exam: Non-Thesis) | 1 |
| GMS6905 | Independent Studies in Medical Sciences (Final Exam: Thesis) | 1 |
| GMS6354 | Communication Skills in a Forensic Context | 3 |
Electives – Online
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| GMS6350 | Forensic Investigations | 3 |
| GMS6358 | Forensic Medicine 3** | 4 |
| VME6053 | Skeletal Trauma Analysis in Animals | 3 |
| GMS6356 | Applied Osteology | 3 |
| GMS6971 | Research for Master's Thesis (Thesis Research) | 6 |
Most Maples Center program courses count as electives within other Maples Center programs, so long as they reasonably apply toward the degree. To learn more about these other programs please visit their websites: Shelter Medicine | Veterinary Forensic Sciences | Wildlife Forensic Sciences & Conservation
Learn more about the thesis and non-thesis options and their course requirements here.
Electives – In-Person
We offer opportunities for hands-on training with our in-person labs. The labs are 5 days and count as 3 academic credits upon completion.
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| GMS6362L | Principles of Crime Scene Investigation Laboratory | 3 |
| GMS6357L*** | Forensic Photography Laboratory | 3 |
** Pre-requisites need to be met prior to taking FM2, FM3
*** Requires access to a DSL camera.