Curriculum
Four semesters. From observation to applied analytics.
A semester-by-semester progression — foundations in the Certificate stage, intermediate practice and applied analytics in the Diploma stage.
01
Certificate · Semester I
Foundations of Forensic & Cyber Discipline
- Introduction to Forensic ScienceScope, history, branches and the evidence mindset.
- Crime Scene AwarenessObservation, documentation, sketching and basic protocols.
- Evidence Handling BasicsCollection, packaging, labelling and chain-of-custody.
- Digital Literacy & Cyber AwarenessPersonal cyber hygiene, devices and online traces.
- Communication & ReportingClear, structured forensic writing fundamentals.
02
Certificate · Semester II
Investigation Support & Practicum Readiness
- Police Science & Criminal JusticeInvestigation, evidence and forensic support in practice.
- Instrumentation BasicsCommon forensic tools and laboratory orientation.
- Behavioural AwarenessWitness, suspect and interview observation basics.
- Digital Evidence FoundationsMetadata, devices and basic preservation.
- Practicum / InternshipWorkplace discipline and supervised exposure.
03
Diploma · Semester III
Digital Investigation & Legal Mapping
- Digital Forensics IntermediateAcquisition, hashing and basic analysis workflows.
- AI-Supported ReviewResponsible AI tools for screening and organising evidence.
- Legal FrameworksMapping forensic work to laws and procedures.
- Interdisciplinary AwarenessBridging science, tech, law and ethics.
- Case DocumentationFormal communication and structured reporting.
04
Diploma · Semester IV
Applied Analytics & Exit Readiness
- Biology & Serology BasicsBiological clues and supervised laboratory practice.
- Data Analytics for CasesAnalytics fundamentals and case datasets.
- Dashboards & VisualisationBuilding clear, decision-ready visual reports.
- Research BasicsMethodology, ethics and review.
- Capstone PracticumApplied case work toward employability.
Note
Curriculum is academic — schedule may vary.
The University may issue separate notifications for examination regulations, attendance, fees and final ordinance details. The themes above describe the academic intent of each semester.
