B.Sc. (Hons. *) Forensic Science

Duration4 Years

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Course Fee5.30 Lakhs

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B.Sc. (Hons. *) Forensic Science

The B.Sc. (Honors with Research) in Forensic Science at GD Goenka University is a rigorous, four-year multidisciplinary undergraduate program designed to cultivate world-class forensic scientists capable of addressing complex challenges in criminal justice, national security, and scientific investigation.

which emphasize interdisciplinary scientific rigor, ethical application, and courtroom-ready skills aligned with NEP 2020, the program integrates foundational sciences like Biology, Chemistry, Physics with advanced forensic applications, legal frameworks, and cutting-edge research methodologies. Rooted in evidence-based education standards inspired by Directorate of Forensic Science Services i.e., DFSS guidelines, it fosters critical thinking, hands-on laboratory mastery, crime scene reconstruction, and ethical expertise.

The Honors with Research pathway culminates in a substantial independent dissertation, preparing graduates for immediate professional roles or seamless progression to top-tier master's/doctoral programs worldwide. With access to state-of-the-art labs, industry MoUs which focus on emerging areas like digital forensics and DNA technologies, the program ensures global acceptability through alignment with international benchmarks for quality, research output, and professional practice.

 

Program Specialisation

Program Highlights

Elite Interdisciplinary Curriculum: Combines core sciences with specialized modules in crime scene management, forensic biology/chemistry/physics, toxicology, ballistics, questioned documents, fingerprints, cyber forensics, and forensic psychology. Which mirroring as elite institution's practical application and analytical depth.

Research Excellence: Dedicated 4th-year research dissertation with faculty mentorship, promoting original contributions akin to high quality standards and research-oriented integrated models.

Global and Ethical Orientation: Emphasis on international legal systems, quality assurance (ISO-aligned), ethics, and expert witness skills for seamless global mobility.

Career-Ready Outcomes: Strong placement pathways in premier labs, law enforcement, and research; high employability through practical skills and networking.

Holistic Development: Skill enhancement in academic writing and communication, data analysis, and innovation, with options for international collaborations and certifications.

Programme Specific Outcome (PSO)
PSO 01

Advanced knowledge in Forensic Science: To develop the advanced understanding of the fundamentals of Chemistry, Physics, Biology applied in forensics investigations and instrumental techniques in the analysis of forensic samples.

PSO 02

Problem solving and Critical Thinking: Capability to extrapolate from what one has learned and apply their competencies to solve different kinds of non-familiar problems in examination of trace evidences, Crime scene investigation and their reporting.

PSO 03

Professional Development: Graduates would expertise in successful careers based on their understanding of formal and practical skills of Forensic investigation in various sub discipline of Forensic Science like Anthropology, Questioned Documents, Fingerprint analysis, Forensic Serology, DNA fingerprinting, Cyber forensics, forensic ballistics, and the examination of physical evidences and the identification of suspect

Programme Educational Objectives (PEO)
Scientific Foundation and Application

Graduates will apply core principles of biology, chemistry, physics, and mathematics to forensic investigations, demonstrating competence in evidence analysis and problem-solving in legal contexts.

Professional Practice and Ethics

Prepare ethical, skilled professionals ready for roles in forensic laboratories, law enforcement, or related fields, with strong communication skills for expert testimony and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Research and Innovation

Equip students with research capabilities via the Honors dissertation to contribute to advancements in forensic science, supporting lifelong learning and adaptation to emerging technologies like digital forensics and molecular techniques.

Global and Societal Impact

Foster graduates who promote justice, uphold human rights in forensic applications, and engage in international best practices for crime prevention and resolution.

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Programme Outcomes (PO)

Capable of demonstrating comprehensive knowledge and understanding of one or more disciplines that form a part of an undergraduate programme of study. like forensic science principles integrated with natural sciences.

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Ability to express thoughts and ideas effectively in writing and orally communicate with others using appropriate media confidently share one’s views and express herself/himself. Effectively document findings, prepare reports, and present evidence in simulated or real legal settings

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Capability to apply analytic thought to a body of knowledge, analyze and evaluate evidence, arguments, claims, beliefs on the basis of empirical evidence identify relevant assumptions or implications; formulate coherent arguments critically evaluate practices, policies and theories by following scientific approach to knowledge development.

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Capability to extrapolate from what one has learned and apply their competencies to solve different kinds of non-familiar problems, rather than replicate curriculum content knowledge and apply one’s learning to real life situations.

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Ability to evaluate the reliability and relevance of evidence; identify logical flaws and holes in the arguments of others; analyze and synthesize data from a variety of sources; draw valid conclusions and support them with evidence and examples, and addressing opposing viewpoints.

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A sense of inquiry and capability for asking relevant/ appropriate questions, problematizing, synthesizing and articulating; Ability to recognize cause-and effect relationships, define problems, formulate hypotheses, test hypotheses, analyze, interpret and draw conclusions from data, establish hypotheses, predict cause- and-effect relationships; ability to plan, execute and report the results of an experiment or investigation.

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Critical sensibility to lived experiences, with self-awareness and reflexivity of both self and society.

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To embrace moral/ethical values in conducting one’s life, formulate a position/argument about an ethical issue from multiple perspectives, and use ethical practices in all work. Capable of demonstrating the ability to identify ethical issues related to one’s work, avoid unethical behavior such as fabrication, falsification or misrepresentation of data or committing plagiarism, not adhering to intellectual property rights; appreciating environmental and sustainability issues; and adopting objective, unbiased and truthful actions in all aspects of work.

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Work effectively in multidisciplinary teams, including with law enforcement and legal professionals.

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Ability to analyze, interpret and draw conclusions from quantitative/qualitative data and critically evaluate ideas, evidence and experiences from an open-minded and reasoned perspective.

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Capability to use ICT in a variety of learning situations, demonstrate ability to access, evaluate, and use a variety of relevant information sources; and use appropriate software for analysis of data.

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Ability to work independently, identify appropriate resources required for a project, and manage a project through to completion.

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Possess knowledge of the values and beliefs of multiple cultures and a global perspective; and capability to effectively engage in a multicultural society and interact respectfully with diverse groups.

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Capability for mapping out the tasks of a team or an organization, and setting direction, formulating an inspiring vision, building a team who can help achieve the vision and apply forensic knowledge responsibly for justice, public safety, and community impact

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Engage in continuous professional development and adapt to technological/scientific advancements.

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Curriculum Details

Course Code Course Title L T P Credits
FSC1102/FSC1102L Forensic Science & Criminology 3 0 2 4
CHE1209/CHE1209L Chemistry for Life Sciences 3 0 2 4
PHY1206/PHY1206L Physics in Forensic Applications 3 0 2 4
FSC2001 Criminal Law & Economic Offences 3 0 2 4
COM1531 Contemporary English 0 0 4 2
VAC001 Design Thinking 2 0 0 2
Total Credits 20

Course Code Course Title L T P Credits
FSC1103/FSC1103L Crime Scene Investigation and Physical Evidences 3 0 2 4
CHE1210/CHE1210L Chemical Dynamics & Materials 3 0 2 4
PHY1207/PHY1207L Quantum to Nuclear Physics in Forensic Science 2 0 1 3
FSC0005 Forensic Methods of Victim Identification 2 0 0 2
COM1542 Professional Skills & Ability Enhancement 0 0 4 2
CSE1711 Artificial Intelligence and its real world applications 1 0 2 2
LAW1013 Fundamentals of Indian Constitutional Law 3 0 0 3
Total Credits 20

Course Code Course Title L T P Credits
FSC1108/FSC1108L Impression Evidence Analysis in Forensic Science 3 0 2 4
FSC2103/FSC2103L Fingerprint Analysis 3 0 2 4
FSC1110/FSC1110L Essential of Cell Biology, Physiology & Genetics 3 0 2 4
COM2531 Academic Writing and Scholarly Communication/Problem Solving with Python 1 0 2 2
IDP2501/ IDP2502 Business Model/Research Model 0 0 6 3
HUM1791 Indian Traditional Knowledge 3 0 0 3
Total Credits 20

Course Code Course Title L T P Credits
FSC1111/FSC1111L Biological Analysis and Laboratory Techniques 3 0 2 4
FSC2104/FCS2104L Forensic Document Examination 3 0 2 4
FSC2111/FSC2111L Forensic Instrumentation & Investigation Methods 3 0 0 3
FSC0007 Computer Forensics 4 0 0 4
IDP2503/IDP2504 Business Model/Research Model 0 0 6 3
VAC003 Environmental Studies 2 0 0 2
Total Credits 20

Course Code Course Title L T P Credits
SCI3502 Summer Internship 0 0 8 4
FSC2102/FSC2102L Forensic Analysis of Chemical Evidence 3 0 2 4
FSC3101/FSC3101L Biological Evidence in Forensic Science 3 0 2 4
FSC3102 Forensic Analytical Techniques 3 0 2 4
FSC2109 Wildlife Forensics & Crime Investigation 4 0 0 4
Total Credits 20

Course Code Course Title L T P Credits
FSC3107/FSC3107L Forensic Toxicology & Pharmacology 3 0 2 4
FSC3108/FSC3108L Cyber Crime & Digital Forensics 3 0 2 4
FSC3109/FSC3109L Immunology and Forensic Serology 3 0 2 4
FSC3110/FSC3110L Fire and Arson Investigation 3 0 2 4
FSC2108 Forensic Entomology 3 0 2 4
Total Credits 20

Course Code Course Title L T P Credits
FSC4105/FSC4105L Forensic Ballistics 3 0 2 4
FSC4106/FSC4106L Forensic Genetics & Anthropology 3 0 2 4
FSC4107/FSC4107L Criminology & Penology 2 0 2 4
FSC4813 Criminal Psychology 2 0 0 2
FSC4814 Crime Scene Mapping & Spatial Analysis 4 0 0 2
FSC4812 Forensic Blood Stain Pattern - 0 0 4
Total Credits 20

Course Code Course Title L T P Credits
SCI4503 Research Dissertation 4 0 24 12
MOOC 4 0 0 4
MOOC 4 0 0 4
Total Credits 20
OR-SEMESTER -VIII
FSC4815 Forensic Nanotechnology & Analytical Techniques 3 0 0 3
FSC4816 Forensic Biotechnology & Microbiology 3 0 0 3
FSC4506 Applied Forensic Lab 0 0 2 1
FSC4507 Advanced Forensic Techniques Lab 0 0 2 1
FSC4817 Biostatistics & Research Methodology 2 0 0 2
FSC4818 Forensic Report Writing 1 0 0 1
SEM4501 Seminar 1 0 0 1
MOOC 4 0 0 4
MOOC 4 0 0 4
Total Credits 20
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Career Path

career

Forensic science graduates have strong career prospects in law enforcement, government labs, private sectors, research, and specialized fields. like Central/State/Regional Forensic Science Laboratories, Police headquarters, Hospitals & Medical Colleges, Law Firms, Banks, Private labs higher education/research, or roles in investigation, evidence analysis, and expert testimony.

Fee Structure

Yearly
1st Year 2nd Year 3rd Year 4th Year
₹1,55,000 ₹1,25,000 ₹1,25,000 ₹1,25,000
Semester Wise
1st Sem 2nd Sem 3rd Sem 4th Sem 5th Sem 6th Sem 7th Sem 8th Sem
₹92,500 ₹62,500 ₹62,500 ₹62,500 ₹62,500 ₹62,500 ₹62,500 ₹62,500

Admission Process

Admission Process

Complete the online application. Appear for GATA entrance test and personal interview. Get shortlisted and receive offer letter.

Admission Requirement

As per eligibility (10+2 Science with 50% + GATA + Interview). Marksheet and certificates of 10+2, migration and transfer certificate, Character certificate, Medical Fitness certificate,

Eligibility

10+2 from CBSE or equivalent with science subjects (Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Mathematics – PCB/PCM) and minimum 50% aggregate. Candidates must appear for GATA (Goenka Aptitude Test for Admission) + Personal Interview.

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