Is there any scope for bsc forensic science or MSc forensic science?
Due to the increase in crime rate and criminals, the scope of Forensic Science is increased exponentially. There are lots of job opportunities in the field of Forensic Science . The need for forensic scientists is huge all around the world, especially in India.
Some of the forensic scientists visit the crime scene to collect the evidence themselves and another one work in a forensic laboratory to perform analysis on objects.
In the forensic laboratory, they testify as expert observers in both criminal and civil cases and can work for either the defense or the prosecution.
Forensic scientists can be employed in the government sector. They work in different law enforcement agencies and investigation departments such as police, investigative services of state and central government and legal system. Some of the private agencies also employed those candidates who have some qualification in this field.
A trained forensic scientist may hire by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) & Intelligence Bureau (IB). You can also work as a freelancer as forensic scientists specializing in one segment & can be paid much. You can also work as a legal counselor after gaining experience as a Forensic Scientist.
Teaching is another interesting career for forensic scientists . You can work in the institutions that impart education in forensic science .
Candidates have a degree, they can explore the career in Forensic Science in the USA and other developed countries.
Job Profiles:
Below are some of the top designations in the field of forensic science :
- Investigative officers
- Legal counselors
- Forensic Expert
- Forensic Scientist
- Crime Scene Investigator
- Teacher / Professor
- Crime Reporter
- Forensic Engineer
- Law Consultant
- Handwriting Expert
Hello,
There are many job opportunities in the field of Forensic Science, one can work in the government sector, various law enforcement agencies and investigation departments such as police, investigative services of state and central government and legal system. With more experience, you can also work in Central Bureau of Investigation and Intelligence Bureau. Teaching and becoming a legal counsellor is an option too.
