B.Sc. in Forensic Science
B.Sc Forensic Science program equips students with the knowledge related to forensic science in the broad areas of Biology, Chemistry, Law and methods of Forensic Investigation. our Forensic Science Course is intended to introduce students to forensic science and its interdisciplinary nature by investigating and analyzing forensic sub-disciplines and surfacing techniques, including DNA Forensics and Forensic Chemistry.
This program is from our School of Allied Sciences, the best forensic sciences college in Dehradun, helps students study about crimes & crime scenes and the associated techniques & tools utilized to solve any crime, along with all lab methods and evidence collection techniques. Aside from that, they likewise concentrate on the Laws of Criminal Psychology and the strategies utilized. Beyond equipping students with a comprehensive overview of the domain, students will be encouraged to explore, examine, and develop their specific forensic science interests. All these qualities and facilities in the School of Allied Sciences, DBUU, make it one of the best Forensic Science colleges.
This programme incorporates a unique curriculum that balances knowledge and practices through in-field crime scene investigations composed of different topics like Crime and Society, Forensic Psychology, Criminal law, Biometrics, Questioned Documents, Crime Scene Management, Forensic Dermatoglyphic to nurture them into professionals who will promote truth and justice in our community, state, and nation.
Salient Features
- 19+ years of academic experience
- Focus on student-centered learning
- Problem-based learning and industry-relevant curriculum
- Best placement opportunities to get placed in high-end and reputed companies
- Industrial training in reputable firms and organizations
- The privilege of 100% placement guidance and support
- Industry Visits, Seminars, Workshops, and Guest Lectures by eminent researchers and industry practitioners
- Active student clubs and bodies
- The multi-cultural and vibrant teaching environment
Admissions Open 2024!!
Merit-based admission process with online application at Dev Bhoomi Uttarakhand University.
Eligibility & Fee Details
Duration & Eligibility
3/4 Years (Without / With Research)
The candidate must have passed 10+2 with PCM/PCB/CBZ from a recognized board or its equivalent with minimum 45% marks.
*Term and Condition: To pursue B.Sc. Forensic Science with Research, 75% marks and No Backlog is mandatory
Fee Structure |
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Course | Total Fees | ||
Academic fee ( Per Sem) | ₹ 45000/- |
One Time Fee |
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Application Fee (Non-Refundable) | Admission Fee (Non-Refundable) | University Enrollment Fee (Non-Refundable) | |
₹ 1,500 | ₹ 7,000 | ₹ 3,000 | |
Exam fees ( Per Semester) | 4,500/- | ||
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Programme Educational Objectives (PEO's)
PEO-1 | To equip students with the knowledge of basic science applications in the forensic field |
PEO-2 | To teach them about the forensic examination of evidence and investigation of all types of evidence |
PEO-3 | To develop a conceptual understanding of criminal justice systems, rule of evidence, the legal system |
PEO-4 | To train the students to become potent enough to apply their knowledge of forensic science in varied investigative agencies. |
PEO-5 | To impart students laboratory skills to exacting measures of accuracy and diligence. |
Program Specific Objectives (PSO's)
PSO-1 | To understand and implement the fundamental concepts of forensic chemistry, biology, and toxicology in forensic sciences |
PSO-2 | To perform procedures as per laboratory measures in the area of Fingerprint Examination, Forensic Toxicology, and DNA Investigation to propose solutions for criminal offense examination |
PSO-3 | The ability to implement the fundamentals of basic sciences, fingerprint, questioned document examination, and DNA fingerprinting technique |
PSO-4 | To impart a primary understanding of criminal law and legal procedures to examine the criminal offenses |
Program Grid Structure
Semester 1
Course Code | Course | Credit |
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23LS192 | Environmental Studies | 2 |
23BSFS171 | Introduction to Forensic Science | 4 |
23BSFS172 | Basic Biology/ Basic Maths | 43 |
23BSFS173 | Basic Chemistry | 3 |
23BSFS174 | Basic Physics | 3 |
Practical | ||
VAM10301 | Value Added Course - I | 0 |
23BSFS181 | Introduction to Forensic Science Lab | 2 |
23BSFS182 | Basic Biology Lab | 2 |
23BSFS183 | Basic Chemistry Lab | 2 |
TOTAL | 21 |
Semester 2
Course Code | Course | Credit |
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23LS191 | English Communication - I | 2 |
23BSFS271 | Crime Scene Investigation | 4 |
23BSFS272 | Forensic Chemistry | 4 |
23BSFS273 | Forensic Physics | 4 |
23BSFS274 | Laboratory safety and management | 2 |
Practical | ||
VAM20302 | Value Added Course - II | 0 |
23BSFS281 | Crime Scene Investigation lab | 2 |
23BSFS282 | Forensic Chemistry Lab | 2 |
23BSFS283 | Forensic Physics Lab | 2 |
Note: Social internship is compulsory during summer break in semester –II which will be evaluated in semester -III | ||
TOTAL | 22 |
Semester 3
Course Code | Course | Credit |
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23LS291 | Universal Human Values | 3 |
23AEC391 | Ability Enhancement Course-I | 2 |
23BSFS371 | Forensic Dermatoglyphics | 4 |
23BSFS372 | Criminal law | 3 |
23BSFS373 | Technological methods in Forensic Science | 4 |
23BSFS374 | Food Forensic | 2 |
Practical | ||
VAM30303 | Value Added Course – III | 0 |
22SOCIALIN391 | Social Internship | 1 |
23BSFS381 | Forensic Dermatoglyphics Lab | 2 |
23BSFS382 | Technological methods in Forensic Science Lab | 2 |
TOTAL | 23 |
Semester 4
Course Code | Course | Credit |
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23AEC491 | Ability Enhancement Course-II | 2 |
23LS491 | Indian Knowledge System | 0 |
23OE36X | Open Elective I | 2 |
23BSFS471 | Questioned Documents | 4 |
23BSFS472 | Forensic Psychology | 3 |
23BSFS473 | Forensic Biology and serology | 4 |
Practical | ||
VAM40304 | Value Added Course - IV | 0 |
23BSFS481 | Questioned Documents Lab | 2 |
23BSFS482 | Forensic Psychology Lab | 2 |
23BSFS483 | Forensic Biology and serology lab | 2 |
Note: Internship – I is compulsory during summer break after semester IV and the evaluation for the same will be done in semester V | ||
Note: Open Elective – I course will be chosen by students from the basket of open electives offered by other schools. | ||
TOTAL | 21 |
Semester 5
Course Code | Course | Credit |
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23AEC591 | Ability Enhancement Course-III | 2 |
23BSFS571 | Forensic Toxicology | 4 |
23BSFS572 | Handwriting Identification and Recognition | 4 |
23BSFS573 | Forensic Medicine | 4 |
Practical | ||
VAM50305 | Value Added Course - V | 0 |
23PSIN391 | Internship - I | 1 |
23BSFS581 | Forensic Toxicology Lab | 2 |
23BSFS582 | Handwriting Identification and Recognition Lab | 2 |
23BSFS583 | Forensic medicine lab | 2 |
TOTAL | 21 |
Semester 6
Course Code | Course | Credit |
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23AEC691 | Ability Enhancement Course-IV | 2 |
23OE56X | Open Elective II | 2 |
23BSFS671 | Digital Forensic | 4 |
23BSFS672 | Forensic Ballistics | 3 |
23BSFS673 | Forensic Anthropology | 3 |
Practical | ||
VAM60306 | Value Added Course - VI | 0 |
23BSFS681 | Digital Forensic Lab | 2 |
23BSFS682 | Forensic Ballistics Lab | 2 |
23BSFS683 | Forensic Anthropology Lab | 2 |
23PSPR69101 | Minor Project / Field Work -I | 1 |
Note: Students who wish to opt for research must have secured 75% marks till semester VI without any backlog. | ||
TOTAL | 21 |
Semester 7
Course Code | Course | Credit |
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Program Elective - I | One subject to be chosen from basket of departmental electives | 4 |
Program Elective – II | One subject to be chosen from basket of departmental electives | 4 |
Program Elective – III | One subject to be chosen from basket of departmental electives | 4 |
Program Elective - IV | One subject to be chosen from basket of departmental electives | 4 |
23BSFS7709 | Cyber Security | 4 |
23PHCC103 | Research Methodology for Humanities and Social Science | 4 |
Practical | ||
23PSPR79101 | Minor Project / Field Work -II | 2 |
TOTAL | 26 |
Semester 8
Course Code | Course | Credit |
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23LS891 | Indian Constitution | 2 |
23OE76X | Open Elective III | 2 |
Program Elective –V | One subject to be chosen from basket of departmental electives | 4 |
Program Elective - VI | One subject to be chosen from basket of departmental electives | 4 |
23BSFS8705 | Forensic Engineering | 4 |
Practical | ||
23RND89101 | RESEARCH WORK - I | 8 |
TOTAL | 24 |
Programme Elective-I
23BSFS7701 | Accident Investigation |
23BSFS7702 | Railway and Aircraft Accident Investigation |
Programme Elective-II
23BSFS7703 | Economic Offence |
23BSFS7704 | Police Administration |
Programme Elective-III
23BSFS7705 | Criminology |
23BSFS7706 | Environmental Forensic |
Programme Elective-IV
23BSFS7707 | Human Genetics |
23BSFS7708 | Accreditation of Forensic Lab |
Programme Elective-V
23BSFS8701 | DNA Fingerprinting |
23BSFS8702 | AI & ML in Forensic Science |
Programme Elective-VI
23BSFS8703 | Multimedia Forensic |
23BSFS8704 | Forensic Accounting |
Job Opportunities The Course Might Lead To
Due to the increase in crime rate and criminals, the range of Forensic Science is improved exponentially. There are a lot of job opportunities in the field of Forensic Science a few among them involve:
- Forensic Scientist
- Crime Scene Investigator
- Teacher / Professor
- Crime Reporter
- Forensic Engineer
- Law Consultant
- Investigative officers
- Legal counsellors
- Forensic Expert
- Handwriting Expert
Admission 2023-24