Department of Forensic Medicine and Pathology

Our department provides instruction in the theory, concepts and principles of forensic medicine; the medico-legal and technical aspects of death scene investigations; and clinical forensic pathology skills. We also cover the emerging demands, roles and responsibilities of medico-legal investigators and clinical forensic specialists. As an evolving field, our department strives to continue aligning the curriculum and field experience to the needs of the profession.

Learning objectives

Our faculty are focused on helping our students acquire skills in:

• Crime scene analysis
• Evidence collection
• Technical aspects of death scene investigation
• Forensic pathology
• Forensic anthropology
• Forensic odontology
• Forensic toxicology
• Ballistics
• Clandestine grave recovery
• Expert witness testimony
• Bioterrorism
• Child abuse investigation
• Trace evidence evaluation

Our faculty also provide instruction in the interpretation of research in forensics and skills in utilizing information technology to access information in forensic medicine.