I was asked about this in a recent training event and this was my answer.
Typical Degree Requirements
Most jobs in forensic science require at least a bachelor’s degree in one of the following fields:
Forensic Science
Biology
Chemistry
Biochemistry
Criminal Justice (with a concentration in forensics)
👉 A Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science is the most direct path.
It usually includes coursework in biology, chemistry, physics, and law, as well as hands-on lab work and evidence analysis.
