Forensic Science

Forensic science or forensics is the implementation of a wide range of different sciences and technology to get answers for questions that are very much essential for civil or criminal law.

Forensic scientists work with focused co-ordination with police investigators in order to collect and examine the best possible information to solve a criminal or civil case. Forensic scientists are required to collect physical evidence. They collect these evidences and then take them for testing to the lab and see if they can trace the culprit.

Key Success

To be successful in Forensic Science you should have/ develop:

Inquisitive by nature
Observant and keen on details
Capable of handling sensitive information
Able to cope with gruesome situations
Scientific bent of mind

Scope and Opportunities

Forensic scientists prosper in government sectors, particularly in various law enforcement agencies such as police, legal system, and the investigation Labs of the central government and state governments
However, some private agencies also offer job opportunities to those who have some qualification in the field
You can also take up teaching

Lifestyle & Social Status

It’s an indoor as well as outdoor activity
You have to sustain with Odor of chemicals, rotten food, decomposed bodies

Job Profile

Forensic Pathologists: Forensic pathologists find out the time and cause of death in cases of alleged murder
Forensic Psychologists: Assist the court or other legal investigation in finding out the reality behind the crime
Clinical Forensic Medicine Experts: Examine the victims of crime and suspects having severe injuries
Forensic Serology Experts: They analyze the blood samples, figure prints and other evidences
Dactyloscopist: specialize in analyzing figure prints
Forensic linguists: They comprehend the written and oral communications in various languages

Skill sets

Strong verbal communication and presenting skills for reporting roles
Business skills
Analytical

Work Value

Curiosity
Justice
Investigative
challenging

Current Job Scenario

Compensation in public agencies often starts at Rs.15, 000. Those with postgraduate qualifications and specializations may expect initial pay scales between Rs.16, 000 and Rs.18, 000. From there, remuneration will increase along with rank and tenure.

Top Recruiters

Forensic Laboratories set up by state and central government.

Course Synopsis

Course Options	Bachelor of Para Medical Technology (Forensic Science)
Academic Eligibility	Candidate should have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology or equivalent from any recognised board.
Fees	Rs. 20K to Rs. 25K per annum
Expenditure in Metro and Tier-1	Rs. 2lakhs to Rs. 2.5lakhs
Expenditure in Tier-2	Rs. 1.75lakhs to Rs. 2lakhs
Duration	3 Years
Mode	Regular
Approved	MCI
Affiliation	Respective Universities

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