MS Forensic Science

Program Info

The MS Forensic Science program is designed to equip students with advanced knowledge and practical skills in applying scientific principles to criminal investigations and legal proceedings. The program encompasses a wide range of topics, including:

Crime Scene Investigation
Forensic Analysis
DNA Profiling
Expert Testimony

With a strong emphasis on hands-on training and real-world scenarios, students are prepared for impactful careers in forensic laboratories, crime scene units, and law enforcement agencies. The curriculum is supported by expert faculty and state-of-the-art facilities to deliver a world-class education.

Outline

Total Number of Credit Hours	30 (Minimum)
Duration	2 Years
Semester duration	16-18 weeks
Semesters	04
Course Load per Semester	12 Cr. Hrs.
Number of Courses per Semester	4 Courses
Total No of seats	20

Eligibility Criteria

At least 2.00/4.00 CGPA or 50% marks from an annual system in Medical Sciences: MBBS, BDS, Natural Sciences: Forensic Sciences, Biological Sciences (Biochemistry, Molecular biology, Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, Molecular Medicine, Microbiology, Genetics, Agriculture Sciences), Pharmaceutical sciences, Chemistry, Social Sciences: Criminology, Law, History, Archeology, Anthropology, Public relation, Mass communication, Journalism, Psychology

Candidates are required to pass the UCP Admission Test with a 50% score or the GRE/HAT General/equivalent test with a passing score of 50%, followed by an interview by the Graduate Admission Committee

Selection Criteria

Weightage of Previous Academic	Weightage of Admission Test	Weightage of the Interview	Total
40%	30%	30%	100%

Fee Structure with Scholarship

Program Name: MS Forensic Science

Admission Fee: 25,000

Per Credit Hour Fee	1st Sem Total Fee	1st Installment	1st Installment with 25% Scholarship	1st Installment with 30% Scholarship	1st Installment with 50% Scholarship	1st Installment with 75% Scholarship	Total Credit Hours	Total Fees (Incl Admission Fees)
12,420	174,040	99,520	80,890	77,164	62,260	43,630	30	397,600

Disclaimer

The above-mentioned fee structure is for illustration purpose only. UCP reserves the rights to make changes in the Fee Structure whenever deemed necessary or appropriate.

Tentative Study Road Map

Semester-I

Sr. No.	Subject	Cr. Hrs.
1	Principles of Forensic Science	3+0
2	Advances in Bioinformatics	3+0
3	Biological Evidence and Serology	3+0
4	Witness and Testimony in courts	3+0

Semester-II

Sr. No.	Subject	Cr. Hrs.
1	Advances in Forensic Toxicology	3+0
2	Forensic Analysis of DNA	3+0
3	Forensic Chemistry	3+0
4	Biostatistics and Data Sciences	3+0

Semester – III & VI

Sr. No.	Subject	Cr. Hrs.
1	Research Thesis	6+0

ELECTIVE COURSES


Subject	Cr. Hrs.
1. Molecular Biology	3(3+0)
2. Advanced Criminalistics	3(3+0)
3. Forensic Genetics	3(3+0)
4. Forensic Medicine	3(3+0)
5. Crime Scene Investigation	3(3+0)
6. Principles of Criminal Law	3(3+0)
7. Drug Biotransformation & Molecular Mechanism of Toxicology	3(3+0)
8. Preparation of Research Project and Scientific Writing /Internship	3(3+0)
9. Forensic Entomology	3(3+0)
10. Forensic Science & Death Investigation	3(3+0)
11. Advances in Forensic Biology	3(3+0)
12. Cyber Crimes	3(3+0)
13. Forensic Microbiology	3(3+0)
14. Advanced Analytical Chemistry	3(3+0)
15. Computational Biology and Sequencing Analysis	3(3+0)
16. Forensic Pharmacology	3(3+0)

Career Opportunities

Graduates can pursue careers in:

Forensic Science Laboratories
Crime Scene Investigation Units
Punjab Forensic Science Agency (PFSA)
Punjab Agriculture & Food Drug Authority (PAFDA)
Law Enforcement Agencies
Digital Forensics
Research Organizations
Academia & Consulting

Criteria for Award of Degree

MS in Forensic Science requires 30 credit hours (24 coursework + 6 research thesis or 30 coursework only), a minimum CGPA of 3.0/4.0, completion of a research thesis (if opted), plagiarism compliance, and successful defense of the thesis evaluated by internal and external examiners.