About Program - B.Sc + M.Sc. (Integrated Course) in Forensic Science

The B.Sc + M.Sc. (Integrated Course) in Forensic Science is a comprehensive program designed to provide students with in-depth knowledge and practical experience in the field of forensic science. The program aims to nurture and develop the next generation of forensic scientists who will play a pivotal role in strengthening the justice system. It equips students with the essential skills and expertise required for the collection, analysis, and interpretation of forensic evidence to aid in criminal investigations and legal proceedings.

The curriculum combines theoretical knowledge with hands-on practical training, covering diverse areas of forensic science such as forensic biology, toxicology, ballistics, forensic chemistry, DNA analysis, fingerprint analysis, and digital forensics. The program also includes specialized subjects that focus on advanced investigative techniques and the integration of cutting-edge technologies, ensuring that graduates are well-prepared for the challenges of modern forensic science.

The curriculum combines theoretical knowledge with hands-on practical training, covering diverse areas of forensic science such as forensic biology, toxicology, ballistics, forensic chemistry, DNA analysis, fingerprint analysis, and digital forensics. The program also includes specialized subjects that focus on advanced investigative techniques and the integration of cutting-edge technologies, ensuring that graduates are well-prepared for the challenges of modern forensic science.

The B.Sc + M.Sc (Integrated Course) not only focuses on forensic science but also emphasizes the ethical and legal dimensions of forensic work, ensuring that students understand the critical role they play in justice administration. By the end of the program, students will have developed advanced problem-solving skills, scientific inquiry, and the ability to conduct independent research, making them valuable assets to law enforcement agencies, legal firms, and forensic laboratories.

Duration

5 Years (10 Semesters)

Eligibility Criteria

Passed or appeared in 10+2 (or its equivalent) in Science, Physics/Chemistry/Biology/Mathematics with at least 60% for General/OBC/EWS category candidates and 55% or equivalent for SC/ST and PwD category candidates.

Course Outline

Semester 1 -

1- Introduction to Forensic Science

2- Crime Scene Management & Criminal Profiling

3- Crime and Society

4- General Physics-l

5- General Chemistry-l

6- General Biology-l

7- Skill Based Elective - 1

8- Practical I

Semester 2 -

1- Criminal and Evidence Law

2- Fingerprint Science

3- Questioned Document

4- General Physics-II

5- General Chemistry-Il

6- General Biology-ll

7- Skill Based Elective - II

8- Practical II

Semester 3 -

1- Forensic Psychology

2- Forensic Chemistry-l

3- Forensic Physics-l

4- Basics of Computer & Biometrics

5- Core Elective-I (From Elective Group A)

6- Skill Based Elective - III

7- Practical Ill

Semester 4 –

1- Forensic Medicine

2- Fundamentals of Forensic Toxicology

3- Forensic Ballistics

4- Forensic Biology and Wildlife Forensics

5- Core Elective - II (From Elective Group A)

6- Skill based Elective - IV

7- Practical IV

Semester 5 –

1- Forensic Anthropology

2- Digital Forensics and Cyber Law

3- Forensic Chemistry-II

4- Instrumental Techniques - 1

5- Core Elective - III (From Elective Group A)

6- Practical - V

Semester 6 –

1- Forensic Physics-II

2-Information Security Audit and Compliance

3- Basics of Immunology and Forensic Serology

4- Instrumental Techniques - II

5- Core Elective - IV (From Elective Group B)

6- Practical – VI

Semester 7:

1- Introduction to Forensic science, Psychology, criminology, Law and Statistics

2- Instrumental Techniques

3- Forensic Physics and Crime Scene Management

4- Fingerprints and Questioned Documents

5- Forensic Biology and Biochemistry

Semester 8:

1- Quality Management, Narcotic Drugs, Explosives and Forensic Chemistry

2- Forensic Biology & Forensic Medicine

3- Forensic Serology & DNA Profiling

4- Forensic Toxicology and Pharmacology

5- Forensic Ballistics and Computer Forensics

Semester 9:

Specialization-Forensic Chemistry & Toxicology

1- Pharmacology and Pharmaceutical Drug Analysis

2- Concepts of Toxicology

3- Modern and Applied Analytical Forensic Chemistry

Specialization-Forensic Biotechnology

1- Molecular Biology & Genetics

2- Biotechnology in Pharmaceutical Sciences

3- Environmental Biotechnology

Specialization-Forensic Physics

1- Advances in Physical Techniques

2- Concepts of Conventional & Modern Ballistics

3- Audio Recognition & Video Analysis

Specialization-Finger Prints & Q.D.

1- Modern Trends in Fingerprint Sciences

2- Questioned Documents & Forensic Accounting

3- Forensic Photography & Biometric Traits

Specialization-Cyber Forensics

1- Cyber Law and IRM

2- Digital Forensics

3- Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing

Elective: Forensic Engineering/Fire Investigation/ Explosive Analysis/ Nanobiotechnology/ Forensic Voice, Multimedia Comparison And Evidence Evaluation/ ModernCryptography and Steganography

Semester 10:

1- Internship/ Dissertation View More