Join the Fire Science program at the University of New Haven! Prepare for a career in fire/arson investigation with hands-on training. Apply now!
Fighting fires requires knowledge, strategy, expert technique, calm under pressure, and courage. As a fire science major at the University of New Haven, students will be joining one of the largest, most comprehensive fire science programs in the country. They will learn the science of what gives a fire life, what keeps it burning, and the techniques and tactics to put it out. Students will learn to battle blazes, lead teams, and prevent fires from starting in the first place. And, they will focus their career path by choosing one of two concentrations: Fire Administration: Learn fire department best practices and department command structure as they develop the skills needed to become a leader. Fire/Arson Investigation: Prepare for a career in fire investigation, arson/fraud detection, and code enforcement as they earn a minor in criminal justice. Students practical experience will include: Becoming familiar with modern fire-detection software and alarm panels Studying in the state-of-the-art fire/arson investigation lab, where live fires are produced for investigation Experimenting with flash and fire points in the fire dynamics lab Learning about and experiencing the systems and sprinkler heads used throughout the industry
