B.Sc. IN FORENSIC SCIENCE AND CRIMINOLOGY
B.Sc. IN FORENSIC SCIENCE AND CRIMINOLOGY
Administrative Office No.: 0824-2425966
Duration: – Duration shall be for a period of 3 and a half year including six months of Internship (Admissions open for the batch 2023-24).
Introduction:
In the modern era crime is in its peak and is increasing day by day. Culprits use innovative techniques in order to commit crime and escape the judiciary for which the investigating officers are facing problem. The law enforcement agencies along with forensic scientist do invaluable work by linking evidences form the crime scene to the suspects.
We follow the principle of Locard stating that offender always leave behind evidences at the crime scene sub consciously hence proving the no crime is a perfect crime It is the ability of the investigating officer and experts to observe, differentiate and analyze evidences of Forensic importance. These evidences are produced in front of judiciary by expert witnesses and help to solve cases of different nature from fraud to assault and also murder cases.
Objectives:
- To emphasize the importance of scientific methods in crime detection.
- To disseminate information on the advancements in the field of forensic science.
- To highlight the importance of forensic science for perseverance of the society.
- To review the steps necessary for achieving highest excellence in forensic science.
- To generate talented human resource, in accordance with latest requirements of forensic science.
- To provide a platform for students and forensic scientists to exchange views, chalk-out collaborative programs and work in a holistic manner for the advancement of forensic science.
Course Structure:
| First Semester Subjects | Second Semester Subjects | Third Semester Subjects |
|
Anatomy Physiology Biochemistry Introduction toForensic Science Kannada |
Pathology Microbiology Pharmacology English Forensic Psychology |
Forensic Dermatoglyphics Crime and Society Criminalistics Computer application Criminal law |
| Fourth Semester Subjects | Fifth Semester Subjects | Sixth Semester Subjects |
|
Technological Methods in Forensic Science and drug analysis Questioned Documents Forensic Chemistry Biostatics and Research methodology Constitution of India |
Forensic Physics Forensic Medicine Forensic Biology & Serology Environmental science and Health |
Forensic Anthropology Forensic Toxicology Forensic Ballistics Digital Forensics |
Special features:
Our syllabus is framed in such a way that students study the concept of crime, investigation and examination of evidences in a detailed manner. The topics give them overall knowledge regarding application of criminology and other sciences which is helpful in easy disposal of cases. This will help reducing the crime rate in the society by bringing up future forensic scientist who with their skills will track down the offenders and apply innovative ideas in crime prevention
Career opportunities:
Graduates holding the above degree have immense scope to work as Forensic Scientists and scientific officers both in Government as well as private set ups. They can also be employed in private detective and investigative agencies, as security officers etc. They have an upper hand while getting recruited in Police force, IB etc. They can also be employed in various Universities in India and Abroad as Teaching Staff.
Note:
(1) University Registration Fee, Eligibility Fee for other State/NRI students, Examination Fee, Uniform Fee, Hostel Fee, Industry visit fee, Internship fee, Transportation fee, Sports & games fee, Extra-curricular activity fee, etc., are extra. The course fees mentioned for subsequent years may vary annually up to 6%. (2) The University Placement & Training Team will assist the admitted students to get (a) Earn While Learn, (b) Industry Internship, and (c) Final Job Placement. (3) Karnataka Quota* : 1. Applicable only to Karnataka students having 50% or more in the applicable subject combination. 2. To be considered as Karnataka domicile student should have studied 7 years including PUC in the Karnataka.