B.Sc Applied Forensic Science
Bachelor of Science (Honours / Honours with Research) with Global Qualification
Applied Forensic Science
Overview
The B.Sc. (Honours / Honours with Research) in Applied Forensic Science is a future-ready undergraduate programme designed to equip learners with scientific expertise for criminal investigation, forensic analysis, and justice delivery. The programme blends core forensic science disciplines such as biology, chemistry, ballistics, toxicology, and digital forensics with hands-on laboratory training, simulated crime scene investigations, internships, and research.
Students gain extensive exposure to modern forensic techniques, instrumental analysis, courtroom processes, cyber forensics, and interdisciplinary studies. The curriculum adheres to NEP 2020 and national qualification frameworks, ensuring strong academic progression, practical skills, and eligibility for global higher education.
Eligibility
A student who has passed Level 4 / Class 12 schooling (either through formal schooling or through the open school system) or its equivalent shall be eligible for admission to B.Sc. programmes.
However, students who have not studied requisite courses from Science discipline related to the respective programmes will have to undertake the prescribed bridge course(s).
Duration: 4 Years (8 Semesters)
Total Credits: 172 Credits (As per UGC FYUGP & NCrF)
Program code: 003A
Course Commencement : Jul 2026
Curriculum Structure
- Introduction to Crime Scene Investigation
- Introduction to Crime Scene Investigation Lab
- Questioned Document Examination
- Questioned Document Examination Lab
- Elements of the Criminal Justice System
- Introduction to Forensic Photography
- Introduction to Forensic Photography Lab
- Mind Management and Human Values – I
- English I
- Kannada I / Additional English I / Sanskrit I / Hindi I
- Transdisciplinary Project Centric Learning
- Fundamentals of Computer Science
- undamentals of Computer Science Lab
- undamentals of Criminology and Criminal Psychology
- undamentals of Criminology and Criminal Psychology Lab
- ntroduction to Forensic Biology, Chemistry & Physics
- ntroduction to Forensic Biology, Chemistry & Physics Lab
- ind Management and Human Values – II
- nglish II
- annada II / Additional English II / Sanskrit II / Hindi II
- ransdisciplinary Project Centric Learning
- Basic Forensic Toxicology
- Basic Forensic Toxicology Lab
- Forensic Biology
- Forensic Biology Lab
- Fingerprints and Impressions
- Fingerprints and Impressions Lab
- Introduction to Computer Forensics
- Introduction to Computer Forensics Lab
- Open Electives
- Artificial Intelligence
- Indian Constitution
- Transdisciplinary Project Centric Learning
- Fundamentals of Forensic Ballistics
- Fundamentals of Forensic Ballistics Lab
- Research Methods and Statistics
- Instrumental Analysis
- Open Electives
- Forensic Science & Humanity
- Environmental Science
- Transdisciplinary Project Centric Learning
- Advanced Forensic Psychology
- Advanced Forensic Psychology Lab
- Open Electives
- Forensic DNA Typing / Cloud and Email Forensics / Environmental Toxicology
- Forensic DNA Typing Lab / Cloud and Email Forensics Lab / Environmental Toxicology Lab
- Forensic Serology and Wildlife Forensics / Cellular & Network Forensics
- Forensic Serology and Wildlife Forensics Lab / Cellular & Network Forensics Lab
- Internship / Project
- Cyber Crime & Cyber Law
- Transdisciplinary Project Centric Learning
- Forensic Anthropology & Forensic Medicine
- Forensic Anthropology & Forensic Medicine Lab
- Elements of Police Administration (DSC 17)
- Open Electives
- Introduction to Human Anatomy & Physiology / Security and Vigilance / Introduction to Arson & Explosives
- Introduction to Human Anatomy & Physiology Lab / Security and Vigilance Lab / Introduction to Arson & Explosives Lab
- Internship / Project
- Transdisciplinary Project Centric Learning
Honours (Regular)
- Advanced Instrumental Techniques in Criminal Investigation
- Advanced Instrumental Techniques in Criminal Investigation Lab
- Advanced Statistics
- Advanced Statistics Lab
- Microbial Forensics
- Microbial Forensics Lab
- Extraction Chemistry
- Extraction Chemistry Lab
- Computer Security and Information Processing
- Nanomaterial Sciences
- Incident Response & Loss Prevention
- Project / Internship
Honours (Research)
- Advanced Instrumental Techniques in Criminal Investigation
- Advanced Instrumental Techniques in Criminal Investigation Lab
- Advanced Statistics
- Advanced Statistics Lab
- Microbial Forensics
- Microbial Forensics Lab
- Extraction Chemistry
- Extraction Chemistry Lab
- Nanomaterial Sciences
- Laboratory Management System
- Ethics in Research
- Dissertation
Note: Each semester includes Discipline Specific Core, Discipline Specific Electives, Ability Enhancement Courses, Skill Enhancement Courses, Generic Electives, Value-Addition Courses, structured as per regulations.
Credit Distribution
| Sl. No. |
Nature of the Course |
Credits |
| 1 |
Major |
88 |
| 2 |
Minor |
34 |
| 3 |
Ability Enhancement Courses |
12 |
| 4 |
Skill Enhancement Courses |
09 |
| 5 |
Value-Added Courses |
10 |
| 6 |
Multidisciplinary Courses |
9 / 11 |
| 7 |
Internship |
02 |
| 8 |
Research |
10 / 12 |
| TOTAL |
176 |
Additional Certification (if applicable): Certifications in Computing Fundamentals, IT Audit Fundamentals, and Cyber Security Fundamentals from ISACA
Course Highlights
- Strong laboratory-based and practical learning
- Real-world and simulated crime scene investigations
- Exposure to internal and external internships
- Research-oriented curriculum mapped to global standards
- Final-year dissertation for Honours with Research
- Direct PhD eligibility (≥75%) for Honours with Research graduates
- Access to modern laboratories and expert faculty
- Strong academic, industry, and research linkages
Career Enhancement Programs
- Laboratory and Instrumentation Skills
- Courtroom Skills & Mock Trials
- Field Visits and Observatory Sessions
- Skill-based Workshops
- Expert Guest Lectures
- Support to participate in national & international conferences
- Placement readiness and professional development training
Career Outcomes
- Scene of Crime Officer
- Forensic Science Laboratory Analyst
- Digital Forensics Analyst
- Fraud Examiner
- Forensic Accountant / Auditor
- Cybersecurity Analyst
- Incident Response Executive
- SOC Analyst
- Threat Intelligence Assistant
- Corporate Risk Management Analyst
- Intelligence and Surveillance Analyst