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CSI has become a familiar term in today’s society because of television and movies. In the real world, the use of forensic science is often used to link a suspect to a crime through various scientific techniques. People wishing to pursue a forensic science degree should develop a strong foundation in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.

Why GCC?

You will become comfortable with the basic principles of crime scene investigation and the scientific concepts and techniques used in the testing and preservation of evidence. You will also become experienced in basic laboratory procedures involving various branches of forensics, including:

  • Fingerprinting
  • Toxicology
  • Serology
  • Impression Evidence
  • Death Investigations

Degree Types

Criminal Justice: Forensics Concentration (AAS)

AAS Program Learning Outcomes (PLO)

Upon completion of the Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) Degree in Criminal Justice, the student will demonstrate the following through identified student learning outcomes in courses:

  1. Evaluate how the two analytical approaches (Due Process Model and Crime Control Model) are utilized within the criminal justice system.
  2. Assess the roles of the three main components of the criminal justice system (police, courts and corrections).
  3. Apply an ethical analysis to problems concerning the criminal justice system.
  4. Explain the international dimensions of criminal justice related issues.
  5. Apply administrative principles to criminal justice issues within the three main components of the criminal justice system.
  6. Utilize criminal justice related technology in support of an inquiry or investigation.
  7. Communicate effectively within a criminal justice setting

FORENSICS CONCENTRATION

  1. Demonstrate proper investigative techniques utilized in forensics.
  2. Utilize the scientific method to explore the branches of forensics.

Download the 2024-2025 Curriculum Worksheet for AAS [PDF]

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Career Outlook

Please contact Career Services for more information.

Transfer Opportunities

Starting at GCC saves many students and their families thousands of dollars in tuition. With an A.S. or A.A. degree you will be able to seamlessly transfer within the SUNY network of 64 college and universities as well as to many 4-year private institutions. GCC’s A.S. and A.A. programs were developed as part of the SUNY seamless transfer initiative allowing students to complete the first two years of a bachelor’s degree as a freshman and a sophomore at a community college, then seamlessly transfer to a SUNY four-year institution to earn a bachelor’s degree. Please reference the SUNY Transfer Pathways for degree programs to learn about any campus specific requirements. Visit the SUNY Core Course Finder to plan out the courses you should complete to transfer to a 4-year SUNY School.

If you are planning to transfer to a 4-year private institution you should work with our Transfer Services office to learn about possible articulation agreements and pathways that exist for many or our degree programs. Some GCC A.A.S. programs also have transfer opportunities.

To learn more about these opportunities and agreements contact the Transfer Services Office, we are more than happy to work with you and answer any questions you may have on building your own personalized transfer plan.

Transfer opportunities include, but are not limited to:

  • Canisius College
  • Hilbert College
  • Roberts Wesleyan College
  • SUNY College at Canton*

*GCC has current transfer agreements with the above noted institutions.