Affiliated to Bharathidasan University, Tiruchirappalli
Indra Ganesan College of Arts and Science

B.Sc Forensic Science

UG programme · 3 years · Department of Forensic Science

Overview

About the programme

B.Sc. Forensic Science is a three-year undergraduate programme in the scientific knowledge and methods that help in the investigation of crimes. It covers how to carefully analyse objects found at crime scenes - from blood stains, soil, bones and fingerprints to data recovered from mobiles, laptops and computers, and DNA evidence. Students who choose forensic science need sound academic skills and a keen interest in the subject.

Eligibility

A pass in the Higher Secondary Examination (10 + 2) (Academic / Vocational stream) conducted by the Government of Tamil Nadu, or an examination accepted as equivalent by the Syndicate of Bharathidasan University, subject to the conditions prescribed.

Career opportunities

  • Forensic Scientist
  • Private Investigator
  • Drug Analyst
  • Crime Laboratory Analyst
  • Forensic Architect
  • Forensic Engineer
  • Forensic Toxicologist
  • Police Officer
  • Forensic Consultant

Higher studies

  • M.Sc. Forensic Science
  • B.Ed.