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Bachelor of Forensics Arts
- Peterborough, Canada
- 4 years
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
Joint major that combines forensics with an arts subject.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (3): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Apply core principles of Forensics Arts
- Solve subject-relevant problems
- and communicate results effectively. Suggested learning areas: cybercrime
- DNA analysis
- Wildlife forensics.
Career outcomes
- Forensic Investigator
- Cybercrime Specialist
- DNA Analyst
- Wildlife Forensic Scientist
- Forensic Document Examiner
Curriculum
- The joint major combines forensic science with a second arts discipline. Students study human identification
- Cybercrime
- DNA analysis
- Wildlife forensics and crime scene investigation
- Use the campus Forensics Crime Scene Facility
- and can complete community-based research or an honours thesis combining both areas.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Secondary school diploma with the programme prerequisites
- Minimum 70% average for most programmes (competitive ones higher)
- Other education systems have their own minimums
- English proficiency proof unless exempt.
Accepted academic background
Secondary school diploma (OSSD, Other Canadian, IB, British, American, India Senior School Certificate, China Senior High School Diploma and others listed by country) with the program prerequisites.
Other requirements
- Portfolio required
Documents you’ll need
- Academic transcripts
- Passport or identification document
- Completed application form.
How to apply
- Check the entry requirements and deadlines: Fall (September) 15 June
- Winter (January) 15 November
- Summer (May) 1 February. Some programmes close earlier ( Apply through OUAC
- or the International Direct Application if applying only to Trent. Submit the documents listed in myTrent (Fall documents by 1 July). Receive an offer and pay the 2
- 000 CAD tuition deposit within two weeks of accepting. Apply to IRCC for a study permit as soon as you accept.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $36,641 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $125 CAD |
| Deposit | $7,300 CAD |
Program details
| Campus | Peterborough |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Forensics |
| Department | Arts and Design |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 120 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 3 |
| Scholarship note | Institutional scholarships or awards may be available to eligible applicants. Confirm program-specific eligibility, Funding and application deadlines. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
15 Jun 2027
214 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 4 years.
The next deadline is 15 Jun 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $36,641 CAD per year. The application fee is $125 CAD. The deposit is $7,300 CAD. The estimated living cost is $13,644 CAD.
A portfolio is required.

