Bachelor [Forensic Chemistry] From Western New England University

The program is offered by Western New England University. If you want to help law enforcement agencies track down wanted criminals or have a hand in gaining FDA approval for the latest wonder drug, Forensic Chemistry at Western New England is the major for you.

Why Choose Forensic Chemistry?

The application of physical and biological sciences to the investigation of crime is becoming ever more important to law enforcement and the legal system. Forensic chemists are involved in the collection, preservation, analysis, documentation, and presentation of the chain of evidence related to criminal investigations and many civil litigation cases. Accurate documentation is critical to this profession, so you will learn both the theory and practical application of forensic research. Forensics scientists work behind the scenes and are typically employed in state and federal crime labs as well as private facilities.

Career Opportunities

Forensic scientists work in state and federal crime labs, law enforcement agencies, academic and private research facilities, medical examiners' and coroners' offices, pharmaceutical and toxicology laboratories, and hospital laboratories. Alumni have continued to graduate study at Boston University School of Medicine, Cedar Crest, George Washington University, SUNY-Albany, and UConn. Graduates are employed at Bode Laboratories, Connecticut Department of Public Health, Con-Test Laboratories; Massachusetts State Police Forensic Services Group; Massachusetts State Police CODIS Unit; Office of the Chief Medical Examiner; Washington, DC; and Spectrum Analytical Laboratories.