National Forensic Sciences University

National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU) is a university in Gandhinagar, Gujarat. Erstwhile, known as 'Gujarat Forensic Science University' which became the pioneer university in India solely dedicated to forensic and investigative science.[1] It was created by Act 17 passed in the Gujarat Legislative Assembly on 30 September 2008.[2][3][4][5] It is recognised as an Institution of National Importance by the Act of Parliament.[6][7]

National Forensic Sciences University
MottoEducation through Investigation
TypePublic
Established
  • 2008 as Gujarat Forensic Sciences University
  • 2020 as National Forensic Sciences University
Vice-ChancellorJ. M. Vyas
Location
Gandhinagar, Gujarat
,
India
Campus
  • Gujarat Campus
  • Delhi Campus
AffiliationsUGC
Websitewww.nfsu.ac.in
Panoramic view

Courses

The university has the Institute of Forensic Science, Institute Research & Development, Institute of Behavioral Science and Institute of Management and Technology attached to it, with the Institute of Medico-legal Science being launched in 2011.[8]

IFS Courses: M.Sc. Forensic Science, M.Sc. Digital Forensics and Information Security, M.Tech. in Cyber Security and Incident Response and M.Sc. in Cyber Security

IBS Courses: M. Phil. in Clinical Psychology [RCI Approved], M. Phil. in Forensic Psychology, M.Sc. in Forensic Psychology, M.Sc.in Neuropsychology, Post Graduate Diploma in Forensic Psychology, Post Graduate Diploma in Child Forensic Psychology, Professional Diploma in Forensic Investigative Psychology, M.Sc. Neuroentrepreneurship, M.Sc. Clinical Psychology, M.Sc. Neurotechnology and M.A./M.Sc. Criminology (with Specialization in Forensic Psychology)

IRD Courses: M.Sc. Forensic Nanotechnology With Specialization in Nanoscience & Nanotechnology Nanobiotechnology, M. Tech. Civil Engineering (Forensic Structural Engineering), M.Sc. Chemistry With Specialization in Forensic Analytical Chemistry, M.Sc. Environmental Science With Specialization in Environmental Forensic, M.Sc. Food Technology With Specialization in Forensic Food Analysis, M. Pharm. Forensic Pharmacy, M. Pharm. with Specialization in Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance (PCI Approved)

IMT Courses: MBA in Forensic Accounting, MBA in Hospital and Healthcare Management, MBA in Homeland Security, MBA in Cyber Security Management

In 2014, the university collaborated with Hyderabad-based eSF Labs to start a Master of Technology course in cyber security and incident response.[9] On 14 December 2015, it entered into an association with Indian Police Foundation and Institute, New Delhi.[10]

Placements

The University has a satisfactory placement record across its various streams. Stream with highest placements is M.Tech in Cyber Security under Institute of Forensic Sciences. Following firms have visited and selected students for internship as well as jobs:

  • Deloitte India
  • PwC India
  • Ernst & Young
  • Paladion Networks
  • Vedanta
  • Sophos
  • Qualcomm
  • Colgate.

Controversy

GFSU has faced multiple court petitions and appeals due to various governance issues.

  • Admission procedure irregularities[11]
  • Faculty adequacy issue[12]

See also

References
  1. "Narendra Modi says world`s first forensic science university is in Gujarat". Gandhinagar: Zee News. 1 March 2014. Retrieved 27 September 2014.
  2. "State University Gujarat". UGC. Archived from the original on 1 July 2016. Retrieved 26 September 2014.
  3. "About GFSU". www.gfsu.edu.in. Retrieved 26 September 2014.
  4. "Gujarat to have forensic science university: Modi". Hindustan Times  – via HighBeam (subscription required) . 26 June 2008. Archived from the original on 28 March 2015. Retrieved 26 September 2014.
  5. Zulfi, Muhammad Zulqarnain (13 June 2014). "Narendra Modi's brainchild to do joint research and academics in cyber security". The Financial Express (India). Retrieved 26 September 2014.
  6. "Lok Sabha passes bill to set up National Forensic Sciences, Rashtriya Raksha Universities". The Times of India. 21 September 2020. Retrieved 3 January 2021.
  7. "Parliament Clears 3 Bill To Declare 5 IIITs, National Forensic Sciences University & Rashtriya Raksha University As Institutions Of National Importance". LiveLaw. 22 September 2020. Retrieved 3 January 2021.
  8. "Gujarat Forensic Science University to start two new institutes". Daily News and Analysis. Gandhinagar. 11 October 2011. Retrieved 27 September 2014.
  9. Unnithan, Chitra (13 June 2014). "Gujarat Forensic Science University, eSF Labs jointly launch course in cyber security". Times of India. Ahmedabad. Retrieved 27 September 2014.
  10. "GFSU signs MoU with Indian Police Foundation". Archived from the original on 7 April 2016. Retrieved 7 April 2016.
  11. https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/ahmedabad/hc-rules-acpc-will-monitor-this-years-gfsu-admissions/articleshow/65250297.cms
  12. https://www.dnaindia.com/ahmedabad/report-ensure-varsity-has-adequate-faculties-gujarat-hc-to-gujarat-forensic-science-university-2624829

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