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Department of Forensic Science / B.Sc. Forensic Science
The B.Sc. Forensic Science programme is an interdisciplinary and career-oriented degree designed for students who are passionate about science, investigation, and solving real-world problems. The programme blends biology, chemistry, physics, criminology, psychology, computer science and law to train students in the scientific examination of evidence and crime reconstruction.
Each semester is strategically structured to build expertise in crime scene investigation and evidence analysis. The B.Sc is a three year degree programme. However, as per the provisions of the new National Education Policy (NEP 2020), a student may continue into the fourth year and earn a B.Sc Honours degree.
Rigorous practical training in crime scene preservation, evidence collection, chain of custody, and reconstruction.
Hands-on experience in fingerprinting, questioned documents, ballistics, forensic toxicology, and DNA profiling.
Four-year honours degree with specialized advanced casework, mock courtroom trials, and research dissertations.
Graduates are equipped with scientific acumen, analytical competence, and practical expertise required across leading industries and research laboratories.
A structured academic pathway designed for high-impact professional careers and advanced research excellence.
Programme: B.Sc. Forensic Science
Duration: 3 Years (Degree) / 4 Years (Honours under NEP 2020)
Mode: Full-Time Undergraduate Programme
Academic Focus: Crime scene investigation, forensic biology, chemistry, toxicology, ballistics, cyber forensics and law
Department: Department of Forensic Science
School: School of Biological & Forensic Sciences
Review the mandatory academic qualifications and minimum score criteria required for admission.
Candidates who have completed Higher Secondary (10+2 / PUC) or Equivalent with an aggregate of 40% or an equivalent CGPA and have studied Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and/or Biology are eligible.
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Find Programmes by InterestUpon successful completion of the B.Sc. Forensic Science programme, graduates demonstrate comprehensive mastery in the following core academic competencies:
Apply scientific methodologies for crime scene cordoning, systematic search, evidence documentation, and packaging.
Analyze blood stains, physiological fluids, DNA profiles, toxicological specimens, and trace chemical residues.
Evaluate questioned documents, latent fingerprints, tire/footwear impressions, and firearm ballistic markings.
Acquire digital media, perform data recovery, examine cyber attack logs, and analyze network incident artifacts.
Draft comprehensive forensic reports, uphold chain of custody, and present scientific evidence in mock courtrooms.
Formulate investigative hypotheses, execute research projects, and prepare for M.Sc. Forensic Science and Ph.D.
The B.Sc. Forensic Science programme is an interdisciplinary and career-oriented degree designed for students who are passionate about science, investigation, and solving real-world problems. The programme blends biology, chemistry, physics, criminology, psychology, computer science and law to train students in the scientific examination of evidence and crime reconstruction.
The Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) – Forensic Science at Kristu Jayanti University combines academic rigor with extensive hands-on laboratory training, interdisciplinary research dissertations, and industry internships.
Choosing this programme enables students to:
With state-of-the-art laboratory infrastructure, esteemed faculty mentorship, and active industry collaborations, graduates are empowered for leadership across research institutions, corporate enterprises, and global academic environments.