B.Sc. (Hons.) Forensic Science

Program Description

B.Sc. Forensic Science program aims to develop proficient graduates skilled in legal analysis, criminal investigations and scientific laboratory procedures, preparing them for immediate employment or advanced study. The curriculum not only nurtures laboratory skills but also deepens understanding in core sciences such as chemistry, physics and biology.

Our program aims to provide students with a broad perspective and knowledge in forensic science, contributing to truth and justice within our community, state, and nation. Through a comprehensive curriculum that blends theory with practical experience, including field crime scene investigations, B.Sc. Forensic Science students engage with courses like Criminal Law, Crime and Society, Forensic Psychology, Crime Scene Management, Biometrics, Questioned Documents and Forensic Dermatoglyphics.

Skills:

• Fringer printing
• Questioned Document analysis
• DNA Finger printing
• Forensic toxicology
• Cyber Crime
• Forensic medicine
• Autopsy
• Personal Identification
• Forensic Biology and Serology
• Forensics Ballistics.

Past Placements

• Majority of students have opted for higher education
• BYJU,s
• Qualified IELTS

USP's of the course

• Department of Forensic science under SoES at G D Goenka University facilitates academics in the field of Forensic science in conjugation with Criminology, law, sociology and Pyschology and other allied areas.
• It Offers B.Sc H Forensic Science, M.Sc Forensic science and PhD in Forensic Science.
• We provide practical knowledge to the students which would prepare them for various job opportunities in the market.
• Our Laboratory is well equipped with the tools, instruments, equipment and chemicals required for routine practical of crime scene investigation, management and reconstruction involving collection, preservation, packaging of various evidences and further their analysis.
• Regular guest lecture, seminar, workshops, webinars, Industrial visits are conducted.
• Students gets the opportunity to do internships from various Regional, State and Central Forensic science laboratories, Courts and other Premier research laboratories.
• Students gets well placed upon completion of the Program.

Program Outcomes

PO1. Disciplinary Knowledge: To be capable of demonstrating comprehensive knowledge and
understanding of one or more disciplines that form a part of an undergraduate programme of study."

PO2.Communication Skills: To express thoughts and ideas effectively in writing and orally communicate with others using appropriate media confidently share one’s views and express herself/himself; demonstrate the ability tolisten carefully, read and write analytically, and present complex information in a clear and concise manner to different groups."

PO3. Critical Thinking: To apply analytic thought to a body of knowledge, analyze and evaluate evidence, arguments, claims, beliefs on the basis of empirical evidence identify relevant assumptions or implications; formulate coherent arguments critically evaluate practices, policies and theories by following scientific approach to knowledge development

PO4. Problem Solving: To extrapolate from what one has learned and apply their competencies to solve different kinds of non-familiar problems, rather than replicate curriculum content knowledge and apply one’s learning to real life situations.

PO5. Analytical Reasoning: To able to evaluate the reliability and relevance of evidence; identify logical flaws and holes in the arguments of others; analyze and synthesize data from a variety of sources; draw valid conclusions and support them with evidence and examples, and addressing opposing viewpoints.

PO6. Research-related Skills: To sense of inquiry and capability for asking relevant/ appropriate questions, problematizing, synthesizing and articulating; Ability to recognize cause-and-effect relationships, define problems, formulate hypotheses, test hypotheses, analyze, interpret and draw conclusions from data, establish hypotheses, predict cause-and-effect relationships; ability to plan, execute and report the results of an experiment or investigation.

PO7. Co-operation /Team Work: To able to work effectively and respectfully with diverse teams;facilitate cooperative or coordinated effort on the part of a group, and act together as a group or a team in the interests of a common cause and work efficiently as a member of a team. 8 Learning Outcomes-based Curriculum Framework for Undergraduate Education

PO8. Scientific Reasoning: To able to analyse, interpret and draw conclusions from quantitative/qualitative data and critically evaluate ideas, evidence and experiences from an open-minded and reasoned perspective.

PO9. Reflective Thinking: Critical sensibility to lived experiences, with self awareness and reflexivity of both self and society.

PO10. Information /Digital Literacy: To become capable to use ICT in a variety of learning situations, demonstrate ability to access, evaluate, and use a variety of relevant information sources; and use appropriate software for analysis of data.

PO11. Self-Directed Learning: To able to work independently, identify appropriate resources required for a project, and manage a project through to completion.

PO12. Multicultural Competence: To possess knowledge of the values and beliefs of multiple cultures and a global perspective; and capability to effectively engage in a multicultural society and interact respectfully with diverse groups.

PO13. Moral & Ethical Awareness /Reasoning: To be able to embrace moral/ethical values in conducting one’s life, formulate a position/argument about an ethical issue from multiple perspectives, and use ethical practices in all work. Capable of demonstrating the ability to identify ethical issues related to one’s work, avoid unethical behaviour such as fabrication, falsification or misrepresentation of data or committing plagiarism, not adhering to intellectual property rights; appreciating environmental and sustainability issues; and adopting objective, unbiased and truthful actions in all aspects of work.

PO14. Leadership Readiness /Qualities: To become capable for mapping out the tasks of a team or an organization, and setting direction, formulating an inspiring vision, building a team who can help achieve the vision, motivating and inspiring team members to engage with that vision, and using management skills to guide people to the right destination, in a smooth and efficient way.

PO15. Lifelong Learning: To be able to acquire knowledge and skills, including ‘learning how to learn’, that are necessary for participating in learning activities throughout life, through self-paced and self-directed learning aimed at personal development, meeting economic, social and cultural objectives, and adapting to changing trades and demands of work place through knowledge/skill development/reskilling.

Programme Specific Outcomes