M.Sc. - Forensic Sciences

Program Description

M.Sc. – Forensic Sciences

offered by the School of Life Sciences, Rungta University

The Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Forensic Science at Rungta University is a multidisciplinary, advanced postgraduate programme that combines scientific rigour with investigative practice to prepare students for careers in criminal justice, forensic laboratories, law enforcement, and research. The curriculum integrates core forensic disciplines — such as forensic biology, forensic chemistry, toxicology, digital forensics, crime scene investigation, and forensic psychology — with modern analytical techniques and evidence evaluation methods. Centred on hands-on laboratory experiences, simulated crime scenes, and case study analyses, the programme equips graduates with in-depth scientific knowledge and practical skills to collect, analyse, interpret and present forensic evidence in real-world contexts.

Why This Course

Industry-Integrated Curriculum & Scientific Foundation

Comprehensive coverage of key forensic disciplines including forensic biology, forensic chemistry, toxicology, and digital forensics
Advanced crime scene investigation techniques, evidence collection & preservation, and forensic analysis methods
Legal and ethical standards in forensic reporting and courtroom testimony

State-of-the-Art Infrastructure & Labs

Well-equipped forensic science laboratories for DNA analysis, toxicological testing, ballistics, and serology
Simulated crime scene environments for practical case solving and investigative training
Access to analytical instrumentation such as chromatography, spectrometry, and digital forensic tools

Expert Faculty & Research Opportunities

Mentorship from experienced faculty with expertise in forensic research and applied investigation
Structured research projects, dissertations, and opportunities to publish or present findings
Participation in workshops, guest lectures and national/international forensic symposia

Real-World Exposure & Professional Preparedness

Field visits and internships with forensic units, crime labs, and law enforcement agencies
Training in critical case reporting, expert testimony preparation, and evidence documentation
Collaborative learning with peers across scientific and legal domains

Career Support & Advancement Pathways

Career pathways in government forensic laboratories, digital forensics units, crime investigation agencies, and private forensic consultancies
Enhanced employability through practical skills in analytical techniques, investigative reasoning, and forensic software tools
Support for higher studies, such as doctoral research or specialised advanced forensic training

Eligibility Criteria

Qualifying Exam	Entrance Exam
Passing % Marks in Bachelor’s Degree in Science / Forensic Science/ Medicine / Engineering / Pharmacy	NA

Admission Procedure

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Certification List with Companies

Cert. Agency	Certification
Nanyang Technological university Singapore	Introduction to Forensic Science
University of Lausanne	Challenging Forensic Science: How Science Should Speak to Court
The university of Manchester	Introduction to Molecular Spectroscopy
The University of Western Australia	Blood Film Morphology – A Practical Guide
West Virginia University	Forensic Accounting and Fraud Examination
McMaster University	DNA Decoded
Learn to upgrade	The Organic Chemistry of Drug Design and Discovery- Certificate
Queen Mary University of London	Research Methodologies
American Psychological Association	Psychology of Anxiety, Mood, Substance Use, and Addictive Behaviors Specialization
University of Alberta	Bugs 101: Insect-Human Interactions
UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)	Mechanics: Motion, Forces, Energy and Gravity, from Particles to Planets
RICE	Medical Terminology Specialization
UNIL	Challenging Forensic Science: How Science Should Speak to Court
Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani	Introduction to Bioinformatics
Rice University	Fundamentals of Immunology Specialization
Jordan University of Science and Technology	Immunology for all
Coursera	Audit Evidence & Document Control
Learn to upgrade	Nanomaterial and Nanotechnology ShortTerm Course
Johns Hopkins University	Toxicology 21: Scientific Applications

Companies for placement

Semester wise Scheme

M.Sc. – Forensic Sciences
Semester	Subject	Type	Theory	Tutorial	Practical	Credit
Semester 1
1	Forensic Science & Criminology	DC	2	1	2	5
1	Crime Scene Management	DC	2	1	2	5
1	Instrumental Analysis in Forensic Sciences I	DC	2	1	2	5
1	Forensic Biology and Serology	DC	2	1	2	5
Semester 2
2	Questioned Documents and Fingerprint Analysis	DC	2	1	2	5
2	Forensic Genetics and DNA Profiling	DC	2	1	2	5
2	Forensic Chemistry and Toxicology	DC	2	1	2	5
2	Research Methodology and Ethics	DC	2	1	0	3
2	Forensic Psychiatry	EL1	2	1	2	5
2	Wildlife Forensics and Forensic Entomology	EL2
2	Internship / Field / Industrial Training					2
Semester 3
3	Forensic Ballistics and Physics	DC	2	1	2	5
3	Forensic Medicine	DC	2	1	2	5
3	Forensic Ballistics and Physics	DC	2	1	2	5
3	Forensic Anthropology	DC	2	1	2	5
3	Forensic Genomics, Proteomics and Bioinformatics	EL1	2	1	2	5
3	Forensic Microbiology and Immunology	EL2
Semester 4
4	Recent Advancement in Forensic Serology & Immunology	EL1	2	1	2	5
4	Recent Advancement in Questioned Documents and Fingerprints	EL2
4	Nano Forensics	EL3
4	Recent Advancement in Forensic Toxicology and Pharmacology	EL4
4	M.Sc. Project	Project				25