Online certification
General Forensic Science
Science behind every answer.
Explore the diverse world of forensic science and learn how evidence speaks. Gain practical knowledge, real case insights and skills used in modern investigations.
Instructor: NextGen Forensic Faculty
₹999₹1,999Save 50%
Limited-time offer: ₹999 instead of ₹1,999.
- 1 month
- Duration
- 100%
- Online
- 12
- Topics covered
- 70%
- Practical
- 4
- Weekly modules
What you’ll learn
Topics covered
- 01Crime Scene Investigation
- 02Forensic Biology & Serology
- 03Forensic Chemistry & Toxicology
- 04Fingerprints & Biometrics
- 05Questioned Documents
- 06Trace Evidence & Physical Evidence
- 07Ballistics & Tool Marks
- 08Digital Forensics
- 09Forensic Psychology
- 10Report Writing & Court Handling
- 11Case Studies & Practical Learning
- 12Career Guidance & Industry Insights
Overview
About this programme
Forensic science is practised, not recited. This programme is built as a one-month intensive track where most of your time goes into hands-on scene work, evidence handling, microscopy practice and lab simulations. The remaining time covers the forensic principles, legal foundations, case study analysis and professional standards you need to make your work stand up: from chain of custody to courtroom admissibility under Indian evidence law.
Outcomes
What you’ll be able to do
- 01Document a scene with photography, videography, sketches, measurements and written notes.
- 02Collect, package, label, seal and transport evidence while preventing cross-contamination.
- 03Operate a light microscope and make optical comparisons at the right magnification.
- 04Follow chain-of-custody procedures and apply the Indian Evidence Act to courtroom admissibility.
- 05Write clear, objective reports using proper terminology and professional presentation.
- 06Work with law enforcement, consult experts and collaborate across forensic disciplines.
Who it’s for
Built for four kinds of learner
Forensic science students
UG and PG students who want structured, practical exposure beyond the syllabus.
Law students & advocates
Understand how physical and biological evidence is collected, analysed and challenged.
Aspirants & career switchers
A credible first step into forensic work, with no prior background required.
Investigators & professionals
Police, security and compliance professionals who handle evidence in their roles.
Curriculum
4 modules
01Week 1 · Crime Scene Investigation & Evidence Handling+
Scene assessment, photography documentation, evidence identification, collection methodology, preservation principles, chain of custody, legal framework.
02Week 2 · Trace Evidence & Analysis Fundamentals+
Trace evidence types, physical evidence categories, microscopy basics, comparison microscopy, class vs individual characteristics, standard sampling, cross-contamination prevention.
03Week 3 · Biological Evidence & Serological Concepts+
Biological evidence collection, blood evidence types, semen and saliva evidence, presumptive testing, DNA fundamentals, sample preservation, contamination control.
04Week 4 · Forensic Disciplines Overview & Legal Procedures+
Questioned documents basics, fingerprint overview, tool marks and impressions, scene reconstruction principles, report writing, courtroom presentation, ethical responsibilities, Indian evidence law.
Certification
Earn a certificate you can prove
NextGen Forensic · Certification
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION
This certifies that
[ Your name ]
General Forensic Science
VERIFIEDTo be certified you must:
- ✓ Attend the live sessions and complete the weekly practical exercises.
- ✓ Pass the module quizzes.
- ✓ Complete all lessons in your dashboard.
Every certificate carries a unique ID that anyone can check on our verification page.
Our programmes provide professional skills certification. They build and evidence examination ability and are not, by themselves, a licence, registration, or appointment to serve as a court-recognised expert witness.
The experience
How the programme runs
- 01
100% online
Live interactive sessions with demonstrations and doubt-clearing, all from home.
- 02
Practical exercises
Every module ends with a hands-on exercise, so skill is built by doing, not only by listening.
- 03
Session recordings
Missed a class or want to revise? Recordings are added to your dashboard after each session.
- 04
Community & doubts
A private batch group plus the NextGen community for questions, case discussion and peer learning.
- 05
Assessments
Short quizzes and practical tasks check your understanding module by module.
- 06
Certification on completion
Complete the programme to earn a certificate with an ID anyone can verify online.
Enrolment
One programme. One clear price.
General Forensic Science
The complete 1 month live programme
₹999₹1,999Save 50%
- ›All 4 modules, taught live
- ›100% online
- ›Practical exercises
- ›Session recordings
- ›Community & doubts
- ›Assessments
- ›Certification on completion
Institutions & batches
For colleges, departments and teams enrolling a group together.
Custom
- ›Group enrolment at institutional rates
- ›Dedicated batch scheduling
- ›Progress reporting for faculty
- ›Optional co-branded certificates
Next batch
Cohort details
- Starts
- 1 Oct 2026
- Schedule
- Timings shared before the batch starts
- Duration
- 1 month
- Format
- 100% online · live & recorded sessions
Questions
Frequently asked
Do I need a prior forensic background?+
No. The programme starts from first principles. A general interest in forensic science, law or investigation is enough.
Are the classes live or recorded?+
Both. The programme is 100% online with live sessions, and recordings are made available afterwards so you can revise or catch up.
How do I enrol?+
Create a free account, open this programme and click Enrol. You get access to the batch as soon as payment is confirmed.
What do I receive at the end?+
A NextGen Forensic certificate of completion with a unique ID that employers can verify on our website.
How long is the programme and what does it cost?+
One month. The course fee is ₹1,999, available now at a limited-time offer of ₹999.
Batch starts 1 Oct 2026 · Admissions open
General Forensic Science
Explore the diverse world of forensic science and learn how evidence speaks. Gain practical knowledge, real case insights and skills used in modern investigations.