Forensic odontology is a speciality of the forensic sciences that aids in criminal or civil legal proceedings. MSc. Forensic Odontology program is offered for a period of 2 academic years (4 semesters) and aims to train the learners in the proper handling and examination of dental evidences, proper evaluation and presentation of dental findings in the court of law in the interest of justice.
The students are exposed to various crime scenarios, moot court procedures and forensic laboratory work so as to gain hands on skills along with theoretical knowledge to enhance practical judgment and abilities in carrying out the forensic case work.
Pass in BDS/MBBS/B.Sc. degree with at least one subject of biological sciences from any recognized university.
There are immense job and research opportunities for forensic odontologists in India and abroad. The disciplines within the forensic odontology profession have expanded beyond dental identifications to include recognition and reporting of child and elder abuse, age assessment, and bitemark analysis. Forensic Odontologists are called to assist the courts in resolution of civil litigation disputes involving violation of the standard of care and cases involving potential insurance fraud.
Forensic services by Odontologists to identify victims and perpetrators usually by examining and comparing dental records with human remains and pattern injuries such as bite marks are at a high demand in both Central and State forensic science laboratories, Central/State Disaster Management Teams, aviation sector, as natural disasters like earthquakes, floods and air crashes occur resulting in mass fatalities.
Forensic odontologists perform examinations required by medical examiners, law enforcement and judicial agencies and can become consultants for law firms ,crime labs, legal organizations working for disaster management, insurance agencies, and armed forces etc
I Year - 74550/- INR (Tuition Fees-60,000 Rs + Miscellaneous Fees 14,550 Rs)
II Year - 69,000/- INR (Tuition Fees-60,000 Rs + Miscellaneous Fees 9,000 Rs)