Overview

Undergraduate degree focused on applying science to criminal investigations

Duration

• 3 years (6 months)

Eligibility

• 10+2 (Science stream – Physics, Chemistry, Biology)

Core Subjects in Forensic Science

The program blends science, law, and investigation techniques:

• Forensic Biology
• Forensic Chemistry
• Forensic Physics
• Criminal Law & Criminology
• Forensic Toxicology
• Digital Forensics
• DNA Profiling
• Fingerprint Analysis
• Cyber Forensics
• Ballistics

Semester-wise Academic Structure

Year 1 (Semester 1 & 2)

• Introduction to Forensic Science
• Basics of Biology, Chemistry, and Physics
• Criminal Law (Basics)
• Crime Scene Management
• Environmental Science
• Lab: Basic forensic techniques

Year 2 (Semester 3 & 4)

• Forensic Biology (DNA, Serology)
• Forensic Chemistry (Drugs, Poisons)
• Forensic Physics (Ballistics, Explosives)
• Forensic Anthropology
• Questioned Documents Examination
• Lab work + case studies

Year 3 (Semester 5 & 6)

• Forensic Toxicology
• Digital & Cyber Forensics
• Forensic Psychology
• Advanced Crime Scene Investigation
• Research Methodology
• Project / Dissertation / Internship

Practical & Field Work

• Crime scene simulations
• Laboratory analysis (blood, fibers, chemicals)
• Internship with:
  • Forensic labs
  • Police departments
  • Legal institutions
• Final project with viva

Skills You Gain

• Evidence collection & preservation
• Analytical & investigative skills
• Laboratory techniques
• Report writing & legal documentation
• Critical thinking

Career Opportunities

• Forensic Scientist
• Crime Scene Investigator
• Forensic Lab Analyst
• Toxicologist
• Cyber Forensic Expert
• Jobs in:
  • Government Forensic Labs
  • Police Departments
  • Intelligence Agencies
• Higher studies: M.Sc. Forensic Science, Criminology