B.Sc. (Hons with Research) Forensic Science with specialization in Questioned Documents and Fingerprints

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Core Forensic & Document Examination Expertise : Develop comprehensive understanding of forensic science fundamentals with specialized training in handwriting analysis, ink/paper chemistry, forgery detection, and fingerprint classification systems (AFIS, Henry system).

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Advanced Analytical Techniques: Master specialized examination methods including ESDA, VSC, chromatography, microscopy for document authentication and latent print development techniques (powdering, fuming, chemical processing).

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Legal & Evidentiary Standards : Train students in evidence handling protocols, courtroom testimony procedures, and relevant sections of Indian Evidence Act pertaining to document and fingerprint evidence.

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Research & Casework Application : Develop research skills through practical case studies on signature verification, altered documents, counterfeit currency analysis, and emerging challenges in biometric security.

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Industry-Aligned Professional Skills: Prepare graduates for careers in forensic labs, banking security, government agencies through internships with document examination units and certification-aligned training (e.g., CBI/FSL standards).

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Critical thinking and analytical reasoning: Acquire ability of critical thinking and logical reasoning and capability of recognizing and distinguishing the various aspects of real life problems.

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Conduct investigations of complex research problems: Use research-based knowledge and research methods including design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of data, and synthesis of the information to provide valid conclusions.

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Modern tool usage: Create, select, and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and IT tools including prediction and modelling to complex scientific activities with an understanding of the limitations.

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Communication: Communicate effectively on scientific activities with the community and with society at large, such as, being able to comprehend and write effective reports and design documentation, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear instructions.

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Environment and sustainability: Understand the impact of the professional scientific solutions in societal and environmental contexts, and demonstrate the knowledge of, and need for sustainable development.

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Ethics: Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities and norms of the scientific practice.

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Individual and team work: Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader in diverse teams, and in multidisciplinary settings.

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Life-long learning: Recognize the need for, and have the preparation and ability to engage in independent and life-long learning in the broadest context of technological change.

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The graduates shall be successful professionals in Academia, Industry, Government and Entrepreneurship.

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The graduate shall effectively address the challenges of the society and undertake the projects for bridging the gap between industry and societal needs.

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The graduates shall pursue higher education/research at institute of national and international repute.