Forensic Science

Dear Mohit,
LPU is the best private university in North India for forensic science studies. I did my post-graduate programme at LPU and my one friend did BSc. programme in Forensic Science.
He told me that forensic science is a very interesting course for career prospect.
The Forensic Science domain promises to create a research and placement oriented environment. The department regularly works on student research projects with novel ideas of applied value.
The highlights of Forensic science at LPU include:
Faculty: Highly experienced faculty excellent in terms of their educational background, research and teaching.
Fields of study: Forensic Chemistry, Forensic Toxicology, Forensic Anthropology,Ballistics, Explosives, Forensic Biology, Serology, DNA, Fingerprinting and Questioned Documents.
Thrust Areas of research: Analysis of drugs by conventional and modern techniques,security feature analysis, Fingerprinting analysis, studies on dentures for disaster victim identification and forensic wildlife analysis.
Unique features: Involvement of multidisciplinary area, such as Pharmaceutical analysis, biochemistry, Biotechnology, chemistry and many more along with forensic structural engineering, makes it very challenging.
Career Prospects: Lectureship in College, Junior/senior research fellow, Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), Central Govt. Forensic Sciences Labs, Hospitals, Private Detective Agencies, Dope testing labs, CSIR Labs, pathology labs, agriculture, quality assurance
divisions in industries, Self Employed (Establishing small scale industries Production and
manufacturing of various CSI kits), Private Consultants for giving Expert opinions.
List of Few Companies in this Field: Truth labs, Sherlock Institute of Forensic Science(SIFS, Delhi), J.K. Consultancy, IFS (Pune), Panacea Biotech (Chandigarh), Reddys Laboratories, Government organizations.
Innovative Pedagogy: Academic tasks such Class Participation, Design Problem, Term Paper, Assignment, Live examples, AV-aids. Test and Quiz based on various competitive examinations, Case studies on Current research scenario, moot court sessions and CSI activities.
For more details, you may refer to the LPU website.
I hope this helps
Thanks!

Admissions are going on in Chandigarh University. Forensic Science is the application of Science to law. With the rising number of incidents of crime and fraud across the world, the scope of forensic Science is definitely rising. Forensic Science applies the knowledge and technology of Science to the definition and enforcement of such laws. Eligibility & Fee Details
Bachelor's degree in any branch of Science/ Pharmacy/ Medicine/ Dentistry and Bachelor of Engineering with atleast 50% marks in aggregate from recognised University/ Institution. Programme FeeAmount
Semester Fee50000/- INR
Other Fee DetailsAmount
Examination Fee2000/- INR
Security2000/- INR.

Hi. B.Sc. In Forensic Science- Syllabus, Scope, Fees
B.Sc. In Forensic Science is an undergraduate degree programme that can be completed in 3 years. The course is designed to cover theoretical and practical knowledge in criminalistics, laboratory research, toxicology, chemical forensic, biological forensic etc. Three years of B.Sc. Forensic Science course helps candidates to understand methods for investigation at crime scenes. It involves examinations in labs and identifies the culprit of the crime. B.Sc. In Forensic Science is an interesting course but at the same time challenging. Students who are fond of accepting challenges, have leadership qualities and can communicate well can make a good career in the field. Following are the roles of a B.Sc. In Forensic Science professional:
Laboratory Analyst: They are responsible to conduct tests in laboratories of the sources that are collected from crime scenes. Based on the experimental records, an analyst can figure out suspects of crime and help resolve the crime. Medical Examiner: They are the professionals who are responsible to investigate suspicious activities, perform post-mortem and investigate reasons for sudden death. Starting average package of a candidate with a B.Sc. In Forensic Science range between INR 4- 5 lacs per annum. Annual course fees for B.Sc. In Forensic Science can range from INR 30,000 to 1 lacs per year. Most universities and colleges grant admission in B.Sc. Zoology course based on merit. Class 12th marks shall be considered for admission. Few universities conduct entrance exams such as BHU UET LPU NEST etc. Candidates who have passed Class 12th in PCB stream are eligible for admission in B.Sc. Zoology course.