Online Master’s in Forensic Medicine
Whether you’re an investigator, pathologist or allied professional in forensics, the University of Florida’s 100% online Forensic Medicine program offers the skills and credentials to move your career forward.
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Online Master’s Degree in Forensic Medicine
Earn your Master of Science in Medical Sciences with a Concentration in Forensic Medicine in as little as two years. This 37-credit program is designed for working professionals in forensic medicine, forensic pathology or medicolegal death investigation who want to deepen their expertise and expand their impact.
With flexible, fully online coursework and a thesis or non-thesis option, students will gain practical career-focused training in areas such as:
- Medicolegal death investigation and forensic scene processing
- Recognition and analysis of trauma and decomposition
- Communication and documentation for legal investigations
- Expert witness testimony in a courtroom setting
This curriculum includes 26 core credits, covering topics like Forensic Anthropology, Artifacts of Decomposition and Communication in a Forensic Context, plus 11 credits of electives that allow you to customize your learning.
Non-Degree Course Options
Not ready for a full degree? You can take up to two courses (6 credits) as a non-degree seeking student, allowing you to:
- Explore specific topics that match your career goals
- Stay current in a constantly evolving field
- Earn credits that can later be applied toward the master’s program
Courses are the same as those offered to a degree-seeking student and are taught by experienced faculty.