Overview
Forensic Studies from Stevenson University is designed to prepare professionals to conduct investigations and examine evidence for the purpose of presenting their findings in legal proceedings as experts in forensic accounting or digital forensics. With Stevenson University’s experienced faculty and flexible courses, graduates from our online master's in Forensic Studies program will be fully prepared for a career in forensics. Developed for working professionals, our Forensic Studies master's degree program is offered fully online.
New professional auditing standards as well as the heightened need to protect the integrity of financial systems has resulted in an urgent demand for professionals who can detect and prevent fraud. Additionally, as technology evolves and digital crimes escalate at an alarming rate, so does the need for experts in criminal forensic studies and professionals who can execute forensic investigations.
Careers
The program is designed for students whose career goals overlap in two or more areas within forensics or who wish to develop general knowledge in forensic accounting, information technology, and investigations.
The Forensic Studies program is also appropriate for managerial or executive personnel who need a general understanding of a variety of forensic specialties which fall under their areas of responsibility.
The broad-based knowledge obtained in the MS in Forensic Studies program prepares students for careers in forensic accounting, digital forensic investigation, and other areas requiring forensic expertise.
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Litigation Theory and Practice
- Forensic Journal Research and Review
- Investigative Techniques/Interviewing
- Investigative Techniques/Physical Evidence
- Forensic Information Technology
- File Systems Forensic Analysis
- Incident Response and Evidence Collection
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 12 months
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Disciplines
Forensic Science View 38 other Masters in Forensic Science in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Completed online application.
- Completion of bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution.
- Official college transcript from your degree-granting institution; additional transcripts may be required to demonstrate satisfaction of program-specific prerequisites or at the discretion of the Admissions Committee.
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale in past academic work.
- Personal statement.
Tuition Fee
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International
695 USD/creditTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 695 USD per credit and a duration of 12 months. -
National
695 USD/creditTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 695 USD per credit and a duration of 12 months.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
Getting a Student Visa
This is an online programme. You can attend from the comfort of your chair! So you don't need a student visa!
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