Master's in Forensic Science

University of Quebec Trois Rivieres: The University of Quebec Trois Rivieres (UQTR), located in Trois-Rivieres, Canada, is a multidisciplinary institution known for its quality education and research. UQTR offers a wide range of programs in arts, sciences, business, health, and engineering. The university emphasizes practical training, research collaborations, and community engagement to enhance the learning experience and contribute to regional development.

The master's degree in forensic science is aimed at students who wish to acquire a solid training in research. It aims to train specialists in trace interpretation (chemical, physical, biological or digital) capable of contributing to the advancement of knowledge in their field of specialization in an innovative and autonomous way. The program is composed of compulsory and optional courses, chosen according to the student's interest or research project. It offers the theoretical and methodological training necessary for carrying out a research project presented in the form of a dissertation. Program Objectives At the end of his studies, the student will be able to interpret the traces in a probationary, preventive or intelligence perspective, as well as communicate his results in writing or orally. He will also have acquired the tools necessary for the analysis and representation of large data sets of forensic interest. Thanks to the courses offered, the student will have the opportunity to complete the knowledge acquired in the baccalaureate and to develop research in several areas of forensic science, such as, for example, forensic biology, digital forensics or environmental chemistry. Thanks to the compulsory courses and the research project, the student will have the opportunity to acquire complementary transversal skills, such as project management, critical thinking, analytical skills in problem solving, and writing and communication skills. The graduate will acquire a wealth of research experience and skills that will enable him to position himself competitively as soon as he enters the job market or to continue his studies at the doctoral level.