FORS 6627 - Forensic Investigations into the Trafficking of Persons

This course examines the different forms of trafficking in persons, modern slavery, as well as underlying causes and conditions that foster an environment where human trafficking is prevalent. A principal objective is to understand the many applications of modern forensic science and how it can be an excellent resource for an increase in prosecutions and convictions in human trafficking cases as well as providing reliable methods to help identify and protect victims exposed to transnational migration and subsequent exploitation. 3 credits.