Forensic Science is a multidisciplinary domain being offered with an intersection of basic sciences, biological and Investigative sciences. Building on your existing knowledge of these areas, this program will prepare you to build facts through Scientific, Analytical and Computational methods. With advancing disruptive technology all around us, the challenge is to keep up with the changing and rapidly evolving crime landscape. The need of hour is to equally evolve and develop competent minds and techniques.
The aim of introducing B.Sc. in forensics Science at DYPIU is to impart quality education and skill-based curriculum, to raise human resource in Forensic Science, Cyber and allied domains.
The subjects incorporated in the degree are chosen from the major domains of Forensic Science.
The objective of B.Sc (Forensic Sciences) is to give a comprehensive training to undergraduate students to empower them with the knowledge in the field of Forensic Sciences including a detailed understanding of the practical and theoretical aspects of crime scene investigation, the laboratory analysis of evidence and the interpretation, evaluation and presentation of evidence.
B.Sc (Forensic Sciences) provides; both conventional and innovative approaches to resolve the problems associated with solving crime. Here, we offer a blend of basic sciences with computational modelling and analytics, AI and cyber security to tackle the advancements in the criminal field. Students will emerge with an understanding of the scientific aspects and practical applications of a wide range of techniques used within forensic science and to allow them to develop competency in their use through experimentation and simulation.
The Program Educational Objectives for B.Sc. (Forensic Science) describe the expected achievements of graduates within a few years after completing the program.
| PEOs | Description |
|---|---|
| PEO-1 | Equip graduates with a comprehensive understanding of the practical and theoretical aspects of crime scene investigation, laboratory analysis, and the interpretation, evaluation, and presentation of forensic evidence. |
| PEO-2 | Prepare candidates for successful careers in the profession, industry, or government, including research and innovation within one or more disciplines of forensic science. |
| PEO-3 | Skill candidates in implementing current and emerging technologies, computational practices, AI, and analytics for the detection, analysis, and evaluation of forensic evidence. |
| PO No. | Program Outcome (PO) | Description |
|---|---|---|
| PO 1 | Forensic Knowledge | Apply principles of basic sciences, biological, and investigative sciences to solve complex forensic problems. |
| PO 2 | Problem Analysis | Identify, formulate, and analyze crime-related problems to build facts using scientific, analytical, and computational methods. |
| PO 3 | Design of Solutions | Design and implement both conventional and innovative approaches to resolve problems associated with solving crime. |
| PO 4 | Conduct Investigation | Plan and conduct experiments, collect and analyze data, and interpret results to develop competency in a wide range of forensic techniques (experiential learning). |
| PO 5 | Modern Tool Usage | Select and use appropriate computational tools, including AI/ML, cybersecurity, and computational modelling, for evidence analysis. |
| PO 6 | The Professional & Society | Understand societal, health, legal, and cultural issues related to crime, evidence, and the responsibilities of a forensic professional. |
| PO 7 | Environment & Sustainability | Understand the impact of forensic practices and solutions in environmental contexts. |
| PO 8 | Ethics | Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics in the interpretation, evaluation, and presentation of forensic evidence. |
| PO 9 | Individual & Teamwork | Function effectively as an individual and as a member or leader in an investigative or research group (investigative group projects). |
| PO 10 | Communication | Communicate effectively with legal and scientific communities through comprehensive documentation and reporting of findings. |
| PO 11 | Project Management | Apply knowledge of management principles to manage forensic investigations, industrial training, dissertations, and group projects. |
| PO 12 | Lifelong Learning | Recognize the need to evolve and adapt to the changing and rapidly evolving crime landscape and advancing disruptive technology. |
The PSOs reflect the specialization and technical skills acquired in the Forensic Science program.
| PSO No. | Description |
|---|---|
| PSO-1 | Multidisciplinary Application: Apply core knowledge from the intersection of basic sciences, biological, and investigative sciences to complex forensic cases. |
| PSO-2 | Technological Proficiency: Demonstrate technical skills in advanced areas such as cybersecurity, AI image analysis, DNA technologies, and computational forensics to analyze digital and physical evidence. |
| PSO-3 | Professional Practice: Develop competency in crime scene management, evidence collection, laboratory analysis, and the final judicial presentation of findings as a professional forensic expert. |
Mapping: Department Mission to Program Educational Objectives (PEOs)
This mapping shows the objectives of the B.Sc. The Forensic Science program aligns with the core mission of the School of Biosciences and Bioengineering.
| PEO No. | Program Educational Objective (PEO) Summary | Mission Alignment | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mission 1 (Impart Knowledge of Biology & Technology) |
Mission 2 (Hands-on Skills, Technocrats, Research/HE) |
Mission 3 (Promote Cutting-Edge Research) |
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| PEO-1 | Equip graduates with comprehensive knowledge of investigation, analysis, and evidence presentation. | 3 | 3 | 2 |
| PEO-2 | Prepare candidates for successful careers in industry, government, or research and innovation. | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| PEO-3 | Skill candidates in implementing emerging technologies, AI, computational practices, and analytics. | 3 | 3 | 3 |
Mapping: Program Educational Objectives (PEOs) to Program Outcomes (POs) & PSOs
This table illustrates the correlation between the program's broad objectives (PEOs) and the skills students are expected to achieve by graduation (POs and PSOs).
Correlation Key: 3 – High Correlation, 2 – Medium Correlation, 1 – Low Correlation
| PEO | PO 1 | PO 2 | PO 3 | PO 4 | PO 5 | PO 6 | PO 7 | PO 8 | PO 9 | PO 10 | PO 11 | PO 12 | PSO-1 | PSO-2 | PSO-3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PEO-1 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 3 |
| PEO-2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| PEO-3 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| Semester 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Code No. | Subject | L-T-P-C |
| FST 1001 | Introduction to Forensic Sciences | 3-0-0-3 |
| FST 1002 | Introduction to Natural Sciences – I | 3-0-0-3 |
| FST 1003 | Basic Chemistry | 3-0-0-3 |
| FST 1004 | Criminology Basics | 3-0-0-3 |
| FST 1005 | Basics of Computer Science | 3-0-0-3 |
| FST 1006 | Communication Skills / Life Skills | 2-0-0-2 |
| FSL 1007 | Practicals – Forensic Chemistry | 0-0-4-1 |
| FSL 1008 | Practicals – Computational Thinking | 0-0-4-1 |
| FSL 1009 | Practicals – Basic Chemistry | 0-0-4-1 |
Total credits: 16 Contact Hours: 20
| Semester 2 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Code No. | Subject | L-T-P-C |
| FST 1101 | Basic Biology | 3-0-0-3 |
| FST 1102 | Basic Physics | 3-0-0-3 |
| FST 1103 | Basics of Criminal Law | 3-0-0-3 |
| FST 1104 | Environment and Sustainability | 3-0-0-3 |
| FST 1105 | Indian Knowledge System – Criminal Cases of the Past | 1-0-0-1 |
| FSL 1106 | Practicals – Basic Biology | 0-0-3-1 |
| FSL 1107 | Practicals – Basic Physics | 0-0-3-1 |
Total credits: 15 Contact Hours: 19
| Semester 3 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Code No. | Subject | L-T-P-C |
| FST 2001 | Basic Instruments and Analysis | 3-0-0-3 |
| FST 2002 | Applied Forensic Chemistry | 3-0-0-3 |
| FST 2003 | Applied Forensic Physics & Ballistics | 3-0-0-3 |
| FST 2004 | Crime Scene Investigation & Management | 3-0-0-3 |
| FST 2005 | Basics of Digital and Cyber Forensics | 3-0-0-3 |
| FSL 2006 | Practicals – Basic Instruments and Analysis | 0-0-3-1 |
| FSL 2007 | Practicals – Forensic Chemistry | 0-0-3-1 |
| FSL 2008 | Practicals – Forensic Physics | 0-0-3-1 |
| FSL 2009 | Practicals – Digital and Cyber Forensics | 0-0-3-1 |
Regulating Drugs
| Semester 4 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Code No. | Subject | L-T-P-C |
| FST 2101 | Advanced Forensic Science | 3-0-0-3 |
| FST 2102 | Applied Forensic Biology | 3-0-0-3 |
| FST 2103 | Field Forensics | 3-0-0-3 |
| FST 2104 | Psychology / Criminal Psychology | 3-0-0-3 |
| FST 2105 | Fundamentals of Computer Forensic & AI Image Analysis | 3-0-0-3 |
| FST 2106 | Drone Forensics | — |
| FSL 2107 | Practicals – Applied Forensic Biology | 0-0-3-1 |
| FSL 2108 | Practicals – Field Forensics | 0-0-3-1 |
| FSL 2109 | Practicals – Image Analysis | 0-0-3-1 |
Total credits:18 Contact hours 24
| Semester 5 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Code No. | Subject | L-T-P-C |
| FST 3001 | AI Image Analysis | 3-0-0-3 |
| FST 3002 | Documents, Biometrics Analysis & Dermatoglyphics | 3-0-0-3 |
| FST 3003 | Introduction to Forensic Medicine | 3-0-0-3 |
| FST 3004 | Immunology and Serology | 3-0-0-3 |
| FST 3005 | Cyber Security | 3-0-0-3 |
| FSL 3006 | Practical – Computer Forensics and Biometrics | 0-0-3-1 |
| FSL 3007 | Practical – Cyber Security | 0-0-3-1 |
| FSL 3008 | Practical – Immunology and Serology | 0-0-3-1 |
| FSL 3009 | Practical | 0-0-3-1 |
Total credits:19 Contact hours 27
| Semester 6 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Code No. | Subject | L-T-P-C |
| FST 3101 | Pharmacology and Toxicology | 3-0-0-3 |
| FST 3102 | Materials Science | 3-0-0-3 |
| FST 3103 | Forensic Ballistics | 3-0-0-3 |
| FST 3104 | Wildlife Forensics | 3-0-0-3 |
| FST 3105 | Biochemistry and Molecular Biology | 3-0-0-3 |
| FSL 3106 | Practical – Pharmacology and Toxicology | 0-0-3-1 |
| FSL 3107 | Practical – Materials Science | 0-0-3-1 |
| FSL 3108 | Practical – Wildlife Forensics | 0-0-3-1 |
| FSL 3109 | Practical – Biochemistry and Molecular Biology | 0-0-3-1 |
Total credits:19 Contact hours 27
| Semester 7 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Code No. | Subject | L-T-P-C |
| FST 4001 | Forensic Anthropology – Forensic Examination of Human Remains | 3-0-0-3 |
| FST 4002 | DNA Fingerprinting (STR Analysis) | 3-0-0-3 |
| FST 4003 | Economic Offenses | 3-0-0-3 |
| FST 4004 | Putting Together the Evidence – Investigative Group Projects | 3-0-0-3 |
| FST 4005 | Documentation and Reporting | 3-0-0-3 |
| FSL 4006 | Practical – Forensic Examination of Human Remains | 0-0-3-1 |
| FSL 4007 | Practical – DNA Fingerprinting | 0-0-3-1 |
| FSL 4008 | Practical – Investigative Group Projects | 0-0-3-1 |
Total credits:19 Contact hours 27
| Semester 8 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Component | Details | |
| Project Title | Capstone Project | |
| Total Credits | 20 | |
| Duration | 5 Months | |
Total credits:19 Contact hours 27
XII from any board with science, maths and computer science, recognized Board with Physics or Mathematics or Botany or Zoology as ancillary subjects with 60% of marks
Mode of selection:Written Exam
| Fee Structure – B.Sc. Forensic Sciences | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Program | Tuition Fee per Annum (₹) | Registration Fee per Annum (₹) | Total Fee per Annum (₹) |
Caution Money Deposit for Whole Program (₹) (Refundable) |
Total Fees (First Year) (₹) |
| B.Sc. Forensic Sciences | 1,50,000 | 5,000 | 1,55,000 | 10,000 | 1,65,000 |
| B.Sc. Forensic Sciences | 1,50,000 | 5,000 | 1,55,000 | - | 1,55,000 |
| B.Sc. Forensic Sciences | 1,50,000 | 5,000 | 1,55,000 | - | 1,55,000 |
| B.Sc. Forensic Sciences | 1,50,000 | 5,000 | 1,55,000 | - | 1,55,000 |
Total Intake: 30
This program consists of three semesters of course work followed by research projects and dissertations/Industrial training in the final year.
Duration of program: 8 SEMESTERS (IN 4 YEARS)
For integrated MSC program, total duration is 5 years
A large number of job opportunities open up for a Bachelor’s in Forensic sciences. Besides, openings as research assistants, scientists in various institutes, Detective agents, forensic scientist, archaeologist etc,
