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Bachelor of Science (Forensic Science)

Bachelor of Science (Forensic Science)

Sharda School of Allied Health Sciences (SAHS)

  • Programme Code

    SAH0120

  • Level

    Graduate

  • Duration

    3 Years

About the Programme

B. Sc. Forensic Science is a three year programme related to forensic science in the broad areas of Biology Chemistry Law and Methods of Forensic Investigation imparting students with skills necessary to carry out independent projects. The programme offers both theoretical and practical knowledge in every area of criminalistics which demonstrates proficiencies in laboratory skills like forensic molecular biology forensic chemistry and toxicology.

This programme is about Forensic science under which students study about crimes & crime scene and also related techniques & tools used in solving any crime along with all Lab techniques and evidence collection techniques. They study about the methods of investigation for every type of crime scene and also their lab examination to identify the main culprit. Apart from that they also study about the Laws Criminal Psychology and techniques used. Students also get the live exposure to the crime scene and evidence examination in different labs during their Internship.

Programme Educational Objectives (PEO)

  • PEO1: To gain a knowledge of basic science application in forensic field.
  • PEO1: To gain knowledge of forensic examination of evidences and investigation of all types of evidences
  • PEO1: Develop a conceptual understanding of criminal justice systems, rule of evidence, legal system.
  • PEO1: They can apply their knowledge of forensic science in different Investigative agencies.
  • PEO1 Laboratory skills to exacting standards of precision and care.

Program Outcomes (PO’s)

  • PO1: Ability to acquire and apply knowledge and understanding of the chemical principles
  • PO2: Ability to demonstrate thorough knowledge, understanding and skills in application of scientific methodology to undertake and report on experimental investigation.
  • PO3: Possess high awareness of major issues and development of chemical research andcompetent in initiating, developing, and pursuing a scientific research.
  • PO4: Ability to present technical, scientific and forensic information and arguments clearly and correctly, in written and oral presentation
  • PO5: Ability to portray good interpersonal skills with high ability to work collaboratively as part of a team undertaking a range of different team roles
  • PO6: Ability to act with integrity and good ethics in their profession and their obligation to society
  • PO7: Ability to seek new knowledge, skills and manage relevant information from various sources.
  • PO8: Ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills in analyzing and identifying business opportunities.
  • PO9: Ability to demonstrate leadership, to take action and to get others involved.
  • PSO1: This programme is an application-based programme where all the main stream science subject- Biology, Physics and chemistry are applied for the scientific investigation of crime.
  • PSO2: It is a multidisciplinary, versatile and result oriented subject which dealt with different branches of science as well as law, medicine, medical jurisprudence and
  • police.
  • PSO3: Forensic techniques are used to process sample and evidences to solve crime.

This course is for individuals who...

Have a fondness for tackling challenges and are investigative by nature. Students who demonstrate leadership qualities and can communicate effectively in interdisciplinary environment both working independently or as a team are the best fit for the programme.

Students who are looking for...

A career with excellent prospects and a challenging role in this very demanding industry. The financial security the freedom to relocate and lifelong prospect of learning make this programme an ideal career for enthusiasts.

Course Fee
For National Students
1st Year 160000 2nd Year 164800 3rd Year 169744
For International Students
Fee Per Semester Fee Per Year
NA 3200**
Programme Structure

S.

No.

 

Subject Code

Subjects

Teaching Load

Credits

Core/Elective

Pre-Requisite/

Co Requisite

 

L

T

P

THEORY SUBJECTS

  1.  

 

FSU107

Criminology and Crime Scene Investigation

3

1

0

4

Major CC

  1.  

 

FSU108

Fingerprints Examination

3

0

0

3

Major DSE

  1.  

 

FSU109

Zoology I

3

0

0

3

Minor Elective OE

  1.  

 

VAC103

Environmental Management

3

0

0

3

Major VAC

 

Practical/Viva-Voce/Jury

  1.  

 

FSU157

Criminology and Crime Scene Investigation (Lab)

0

0

2

1

Major, CC

  1.  

 

FSU158

Fingerprints Examination (Lab)

0

0

2

1

Major DSE

  1.  

 

FSU159

Forensic Photography

0

1

4

3

Minor SEC

  1.  

 

ARP101

Communicative English- 1

0

1

2

2

Minor AEC

TOTAL CREDITS

20

 

 

S.

No.

 

Subject Code

Subjects

Teaching Load

Credits

Core/Elective

Pre-Requisite/

Co Requisite

 

L

T

P

THEORY SUBJECTS

  1.  

 

FSU117

Questioned Documents Examination

3

1

0

4

Major, CC

  1.  

 

FSU118

Chemistry I

3

0

0

3

Major, CC

  1.  

 

FSU119

Zoology II

3

0

0

3

Minor Elective, OE

  1.  

 

VAC120

Understanding India

3

0

0

3

Major VAC

 

 

Practical/Viva-Voce/Jury

  1.  

 

FSU167

Questioned Documents Examination (Lab)

0

0

2

1

Major, CC

  1.  

 

FSU168

Chemistry I (Lab)

0

0

2

1

Major, CC

  1.  

 

FSU169

Graphology and Handwriting Analysis

0

1

4

3

Minor, SEC

  1.  

 

ARP102

Communicative English- II

0

1

2

2

Minor AEC

 

 

 

TOTAL CREDITS

 

 

 

20

 

S. No.

 

Subject Code

Subjects

Teaching Load

Credits

Core/Elective

Pre-Requisite/

Co Requisite

 

L

T

P

THEORY SUBJECTS

  1.  

 

FSU201

Forensic Biology and Serology

3

1

0

4

Major CC

  1.  

 

FSU207

Forensic Anthropology and Odontology

3

1

0

4

Major DSE

  1.  

 

FSU208

Chemistry II

3

0

0

3

Major CC

  1.  

 

FSU209

Zoology III

3

0

0

3

Minor Elective OE

  1.  

 

ARP207

Logical Skill Building and Soft Skills

1

0

2

2

Minor AEC

 

Practical/Viva-Voce/Jury

  1.  

 

FSU257

Forensic Biology and Serology Lab

0

0

2

1

Major CC

  1.  

 

FSU258

Chemistry III (Lab)

0

0

2

1

Major CC

  1.  

 

FSU259

Food Adulteration

0

1

4

3

Minor SEC

  1.  

 

RBL001

RBL 1

0

0

4

0

Major  DSE

TOTAL CREDITS

21

 

 

S.

No.

 

Subject Code

Subjects

Teaching Load

Credits

Core/Elective

Pre-Requisite/

Co Requisite

 

L

T

P

THEORY SUBJECTS

  1.  

 

FSU218

Forensic Chemistry

3

1

0

4

Major CC

  1.  

 

FSU219

Forensic Toxicology

3

0

0

3

Major DSE

  1.  

 

FSU220

Chemistry III

3

0

0

3

Major CC

  1.  

 

FSU221

Zoology IV

3

0

0

3

Minor Elective OE

  1.  

 

ARP305

Personality Development and Decision Making

1

0

2

2

Minor AEC

Practical/Viva-Voce/Jury

  1.  

 

FSU267

Forensic Chemistry (Lab)

0

0

2

1

Major CC

  1.  

 

FSU268

Forensic Toxicology (Lab)

0

0

4

2

Major DSE

  1.  

 

FSU269

Chemistry III (Lab)

0

0

2

1

Major CC

  1.  

 

RBL002

RBL 2

0

0

4

0

Major DSE

TOTAL CREDITS                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          19

 

S.

No.

 

Subject Code

Subjects

Teaching Load

Credits

Core/Elective

Pre-Requisite/

Co Requisite

 

L

T

P

THEORY SUBJECTS

  1.  

 

FSU305

Forensic Medicine and Jurisprudence

3

0

0

3

Major CC

  1.  

 

FSU306

Arson and Accident Investigation

3

0

0

3

Major CC

  1.  

 

FSU307

Chemistry IV

3

0

0

3

Major CC

  1.  

 

FSU308

Analytical Chemistry and Instrumentation I

3

0

0

3

Major DSE

Practical/Viva-Voce/Jury

  1.  

 

FSU352

Forensic Medicine Lab

0

0

4

2

Major CC

  1.  

 

FSU353

Arson and Accident Investigation (Lab)

0

0

4

2

Major CC

  1.  

 

FSU354

Chemistry IV (Lab)

0

0

2

1

Major CC

  1.  

 

RBL003

RBL-3

0

0

2

1

Major DSE

  1.  

 

INC001

Industry Connect FSIC

0

0

4

2

Major

TOTAL CREDITS

20

 

 

S.

No.

 

Subject Code

Subjects

Teaching Load

Credits

Core/Elective

Pre-Requisite/

Co Requisite

 

L

T

P

THEORY SUBJECTS

  1.  

 

FSU315

Forensic Physics

3

0

0

3

Major CC

  1.  

 

FSU316

Forensic Ballistics

3

0

0

3

Major CC

  1.  

 

FSU317

Analytical Chemistry and Instrumentation II

3

1

0

4

Major CC

  1.  

 

FSU318

Zoology V

3

0

0

3

Minor Elective OE

Practical/Viva-Voce/Jury

  1.  

 

FSU362

Forensic Physics Lab

0

0

4

2

Major CC

  1.  

 

FSU363

Forensic Ballistics Lab

0

0

4

2

Major CC

  1.  

 

RBL004

RBL4

0

0

2

1

Major DSE

  1.  

 

CCU108

Community Connect

0

0

4

2

Major

TOTAL CREDITS

20

 

 

S.

No.

 

Subject Code

Subjects

Teaching Load

Credits

Core/Elective

Pre-Requisite/

Co Requisite

 

L

T

P

THEORY SUBJECTS

  1.  

 

FSU401

Criminology and Law

3

1

0

4

Major CC

  1.  

 

FSU402

Forensic Psychology

3

1

0

4

Major CC

  1.  

 

FSU403

Advanced Dermatoglyphics

3

1

0

4

Major DSE

  1.  

 

FSU404

Biostatistics and Research Methodology

3

1

0

4

Major DSE

  1.  

 

FSU405

Introduction of Biometry

3

1

0

4

Minor Elective OE

Practical/Viva-Voce/Jury

  1.  

 

FSU453

Minor Project

0

0

0

3

Major

TOTAL CREDITS

23

 

 

S.

No.

 

Subject Code

Subjects

Teaching Load

Credits

Core/Elective

Pre-Requisite/

Co Requisite

 

L

T

P

THEORY SUBJECTS

  1.  

 

FSU411

Explosives

3

1

0

4

Major CC

  1.  

 

FSU413

Quality Assurance and Accreditation in Forensic Sciences

3

1

0

4

Minor Elective OE

Practical/Viva-Voce/Jury

1.

 

FSU463

Major Project

0

0

0

9

Major

TOTAL CREDITS

17

 

 
Eligibility Criteria
For National Students
  • Sr. Secondary (10+2) with Biology or Life Sciences as one of the subjects with minimum 50% marks
For International Students The eligibility criterion for all programs for international applicants is minimum 50% in the qualifying examination and having studied the pre-requisite subjects for admission in to the desired program.
Career path you can choose after the course
  • Medical Examiner
  • Laboratory Analyst
  • Forensic Auditor
  • Forensic Executor
  • Investigative officers
  • Legal counselors
  • Forensic Expert
  • Forensic Scientist
  • Crime Scene Investigator
  • Teacher / Professor
  • Crime Reporter
  • Forensic Engineer
  • Law Consultant
  • Handwriting Expert

Students of this programme are placed in companies with an average annual package of 4.50 LPA to 6.00 LPA

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