B.Sc. Forensic Science & Criminology

Overview

This double major undergraduate programme is a unique interdisciplinary blend of Forensic Science and Criminology designed to provide scientific, analytical and investigative skills required in modern criminal justice systems. The course integrates a strong foundation in essential forensic disciplines including forensic biology, chemistry, toxicology, serology, and crime scene science, while placing significant emphasis on the criminological study of crime causation, typologies of offenders, victimology, and the functioning of the criminal justice system.

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.

Eligibility

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

Why choose this Programme?
  • Dual major degree integrating forensic science and criminology.
  • Strong emphasis on scientific investigation, behavioural analysis and systemic understanding of crime.
  • State‑of‑the‑art forensic laboratories and criminology research resources.
  • Exposure to real‑time casework through workshops, internships, research projects and expert interactions.
  • Ideal for students aspiring to careers in criminal justice, forensic investigation, policy or academia.
  • Rigorous curriculum blending scientific analysis with criminological theory.
  • Experiential learning fostering investigative, analytical and critical thinking skills.
What you will learn?
  • Principles and practices of crime scene investigation
  • DNA profiling, serology, and forensic biology
  • Chemical analysis of drugs, poisons, and trace evidence
  • Fingerprint analysis, questioned documents, and forensic physics
  • Digital forensics and investigation of cybercrimes
  • Theories of crime causation and offender behaviour
  • Criminal law, justice systems and correctional processes
  • Victimology, penology and social dimensions of crime
  • Legal procedures, expert reporting, and scientific communication
  • Research methodology applicable to both forensic science and criminology
Key Courses

Forensic Science Major

  • Crime Scene Management
  • Forensic Biology and Serology
  • Forensic Chemistry and Toxicology
  • Fingerprint Science and Questioned Documents
  • Forensic Ballistics and Physics
  • Instrumentation and Evidence Analysis
  • Digital and Cyber Forensics

Criminology Major

  • Introduction to Criminology and Criminal Justice
  • Theories of Crime and Deviance
  • Victimology and Penology
  • Sociology of Law and Social Control
  • Juvenile Delinquency and Correctional Administration
  • Police Administration and Law Enforcement Studies
  • Cybercrime and Contemporary Issues in Criminology
  • Criminal Law and Legal Systems
Career Prospects
  • Risk and Security analyst
  • Scene of Crime Officer
  • Digital Forensic Analyst
  • Cyber Security Analyst
  • Document and Fingerprint Expert
  • Law enforcement agencies
  • Correctional and Rehabilitation Services
  • Policy and Research Institutions
  • NGOs and International Organisations working on crime prevention and justice
  • Academic and Research Institutions
  • Quality Control and Regulatory Affairs
  • Entrepreneurship
Higher Education Pathways

Graduates can pursue:

  • M.Sc. Forensic Science
  • M.Sc./MA Criminology and allied fields
  • Bachelors in Law
  • PG Diploma in Cyber Forensics, Criminology, Toxicology, etc.
  • Ph.D. and Academic/Research Careers

B.Sc. Forensic Science & Criminology - Curriculum Structure

2026-2027 BATCH

Semester I Semester II Semester III Semester IV Semester V Semester VI Semester VII Semester VIII
Introduction to Forensic Science Crime Scene Management Technological Methods in Forensic Science Fingerprints and Questioned Documents Forensic Biology and Serology Forensic Chemistry Forensic Ballistics Digital Forensics
Introduction to Forensic Science – Practical Crime Scene Management – Practical Technological Methods in Forensic Science – Practical Fingerprints and Questioned Documents – Practical Forensic Biology and Serology – Practical Forensic Chemistry – Practical Forensic Ballistics – Practical Forensic Anthropology
Fundamentals of Criminology Police Science and Administration Penology and Correctional Administration Human Rights Sociology of Criminal Behaviour Forensic Physics Forensic Toxicology Forensic Psychology
Essentials of Criminal Justice System Criminal Law in Investigation Economic Offences Certificate Psychology of Crime and Criminal Behaviour Forensic Physics – Practical Forensic Toxicology – Practical Homeland Security
      Disaster Management and Crowd Control Research Methodology Juvenile Justice System Forensic Computing and Cyber Crime Anti-Money Laundering and KYC
      Summer Internship   Victimology Forensic Medicine Forensic Accounting and Auditing
          Risk and Security Management Crime Mapping and GIS Research Project
          Research Project Criminal Profiling and Behavioural Analysis
Anti-Terrorism and Extremism
Neuro and Bioscience of Criminal Behaviour
Restorative Justice