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	Are there many forensic scientist jobs available in the UK? I would love to be a forensic scientist and was wondering are there many jobs available? In any department i don't mind! (with a good university degree etc would i be certain enough to get a job?) Thanks in advance! :D 1 answer - Asked By: Daniel - 5/14/2012

	Im from Canada and wanna become a forensic scientist in the states? Ive always wanted to become a forensic scientist, but i wanna job in the states, what are the reqiurements do i have to be a us citizen? and im only 15 so were should i start? 3 answers - Asked By: Slickninja13 - 2/25/2013

	Is being a name of forensic scientist a career or a title where other jobs fall under? So like forensic scientist is it a separate job or its a word to broaden the different types of jobs IN forensic science because i want to be a forensic scientist but im thinking now that forensic scientist they have different parts that do different things ? 2 answers - Asked By: Christine A - 6/18/2011

	How Much does a forensic scientist make a year on average? I'm trying to get ideas of what i want to be when im older. How much does a forensic scientist (doing the job Abby does in NCIS) make a year? And how long do you have to go to school to become a forensic scientist? Do you think it's worth even going to school and doing all the work for the salary that they make? thanks :] 3 answers - Asked By: qlamxkiD - 7/16/2009

	Is a forensic scientist the same as being a police officer? I've heard from some people that a forensic scientist and police officer is the same job? What are the similarities? What are the differences? 2 answers - Asked By: Emily Josh - 7/16/2011

	What is the difference between crime scene investigator and forensic scientist? I am following an associate in science degree in criminal justice technology but I don't know what is the best bachelor degree that I can take, I have many courses of chemistry and biology, and I would like to work in and off the scene and the crime lab, if I want to work in both places, what would be the best field for me? I heard that a forensic scientist is a better remunerated job but I wouldn't like to work only in a laboratory and I want to participate in the investigations fully. thank you 3 answers - Asked By: Czaaa75 - 11/26/2007

	I have a job interview for a forensic scientist position. What should I expect? I have a job interview for a position as a forensic scientist coming up. Since my background is primarily biological research, I'm not sure what to expect. 2 answers - Asked By: - 9/9/2012

	What is the difference between a Forensic Scientist and a Forensic Psychologist? Just curious as I want a job in that field in the future, I want to help track criminals and have heard that both Forensic Scientists and Psychologists get about 5 years as a Police Officer, which is also a career choice I am considering, as practice, to get to understand the system. So, which would be my best bet? For helping catch the 'Bad Guys' (: Any replies, I am extremely thankful. 1 answer - Asked By: DarkPassenger - 1/25/2012

	What sort of education would a forensic scientist have? I plan on going into forensics in college but I want to know what sort of education and classes a forensic scientist may need, not only that but also forensic jobs on the field, not just indoors, what sort of classes/education will I need? What types of jobs can I get as a forensic specialist? 2 answers - Asked By: K - 4/25/2009

	How much do forensic scientist get paid? I am 14 and when I grow up I want to be a forensic scientist. I've heard they get paid 20-30 grand and my mom said that's bullsh*t because she gets paid that and she works at burger king as the general manager. I want to know how much they get paid for each case and every week. No rude comments, thanks. 1 answer - Asked By: nYaNxLoVeR - 2/11/2012

	How much does a forensic scientist degree cost? How much does a forensic scientist degree cost and for how long you've to go to the University? 1 answer - Asked By: Hustler - 3/27/2011

	Would a forensic scientist be a good job to have in Victoria? I'm 15 and I am at that stage where i need to pick my subjects for Uni. I live in Victoria and I want to be a forensic scientist but i heard that it doesn't get much jobs in Victoria. is that true? and if not where could i get one. 1 answer - Asked By: Random Girl - 2/9/2012

	When should i start planning to be come an Forensic Scientist? I'm and 8th grader who would like to become a Forensic Scientist in my future, I was wondering when i should start looking in to colleges and what classes should I take. Another girl in my class has also thought about going into this type of career and she talked about Michigan State having the classes for this type of job. I have not been able to get onto the website for State and I was wondering, do they offer classes for this type of job? 1 answer - Asked By: No - 5/30/2011

	What should I know about the career of a forensic scientist? I understand that a forensic scientist is not always how it is portrayed on T.V. If you are an actual forensic scientist, please let me know in your answer. I am planning on becoming one. 1 answer - Asked By: Lilia - 7/27/2011

	How much is the salary of a forensic scientist? How much is the salary of a forensic scientist? Please specify if it is annually or monthly, thanks. 2 answers - Asked By: Rhett Spencer - 7/27/2011

	Do forensic scientists ever get killed for doing a certain case? Like, if a forensic scientist found evidence to put someone in jail, would they die. It doesn't make much sense, but are they killed for doing their job? 4 answers - Asked By: Xhiizors - 4/12/2011

	What is it like to be a forensic scientist in the FBI? A job in forensic science interests me but I only know about it from shows like ncis. I want to know if I would actually enjoy it. I like the idea of solving crimes and working with people. I am interested in being a CSI, CIA, or FBI agent but I don't think that's realistic. Also, how hard is it to get a job working as a forensic scientist with the FBI? What are some similar jobs that have to do with crime and law? 1 answer - Asked By: Liz - 3/14/2013

	What do you have to do to become a forensic scientist? Do you have to have an advanced diploma to become a forensic scientist?If you do can you graduate with a normal diploma and make up the classes to get advanced? 2 answers - Asked By: animefreak04 - 1/7/2011

	I want to become a forensic scientist help please? I know that there are different types of forensic and there are not beautiful. I am not looking for a job that you see on CSI because frankly they do allot of things wrong. I do need help in how to become forensic scientist. I am planning to get a BS in BioChemistry or Chemistry with a minor in criminal justice. I have a graduate school picked out i just need help on figuring out if this the right path. I am in my last semester of high school. Please Help 1 answer - Asked By: Amelia D - 4/3/2009

	I need a list of questions for the job for a forensic scientist? Please give me a list for the job of a forensic scientist. I need to practice and learn. 1 answer - Asked By: Ilovetatu;) - 9/8/2010

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