British Columbia Institute of Technology

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Forensic Investigation (General Criminalistics Option)

British Columbia Institute of Technology

Faculty:School of Computing and Academic Studies
Degree:Certificate
Field of Study:Forensic Science and Technology

Description:

The Forensic Investigation Advanced Certificate Program was initiated at BCIT in 1997. The objective of this program is to enhance the theoretical knowledge base and investigative capabilities of the people who work alongside specialized professionals in the diverse fields involved in solving a crime. Students gain a clear understanding of the principles, procedures, technologies and the legal ramifications of investigator’s work.

Prerequisites:

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
  •  Grade12 English 
English: two years of education in English in an English-speaking country with one of the following: English Studies 12 (67%) or English First Peoples 12 (67%) or Other acceptable BC and Yukon courses or 3.0 credits of post-secondary English, humanities or social sciences (67%) from a recognized institution.

Completion of one of the following options prior to admission:

Option 1: A two-year diploma (minimum of 60.0 credits) or associate or bachelor's degree from a recognized post-secondary institution or

Option 2: A minimum of 60.0 credits of courses fulfilling the requirements of the first two years of study towards the completion of a defined undergraduate degree from a recognized post-secondary institution (e.g. BA, BSc, BComm, BASc, etc) or

Option 3: A minimum of 60.0 credits of courses from one or more recognized post-secondary institutions (minimum of 18 credits at second-year or higher level) or

Option 4: Certification as a police constable and completion of 30.0 credits from a recognized post-secondary institution or

Option 5: Meeting of alternate entry/exception policy

* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

Modified on August 12, 2021