Social Sciences

Department of Criminology

Message

Message from the Head of Department

Welcome to the Department of Criminology, a premier institution dedicated to fostering excellence in education, research, and professional practice. As the Head of Department, I am honored to lead a team of distinguished faculty and staff who share a passion for advancing the understanding of crime and justice. Our department offers a comprehensive range of programs, Our curricula are carefully crafted to equip students with the theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and critical thinking abilities necessary to succeed in their chosen careers. Our department is also well known for its certifications and trainings of digital and forensics.

We take pride in our state-of-the-art facilities, cutting-edge research initiatives, and strong industry partnerships. Our faculty members are renowned experts in their fields, with a strong commitment to teaching, research, and community service. As we continue to navigate the complexities of the modern world, the importance of criminology cannot be overstated. Our department is dedicated to producing highly skilled professionals who can make a meaningful difference in the pursuit of justice and the promotion of community safety. Thank you for your interest in the Department of Criminology.

I look forward to welcoming you to our community of scholars and professionals.

Overview

Digital Forensics Research and Service Centre (DFRSC) was established in June 2016 as Centre of studies for Digital Forensic and Cyber Crime Investigations at Lahore Garrison University. LGU has made a remarkable impact on the canvas of Digital Forensics and related technologies in last six years. Due to increased demand for our degree programme and keeping in view the emerging trend in the market, a need is recognized to create a new department – “Department of Criminology”. This department will expand the existing faculty, enhance the scope of studies and will offer various new degree programmes to cater the growing demand for quality education in criminology.

Focus Areas

Criminology
Digital forensics
Cyber crime investigation
Crime scene investigation
Financial crime investigation

To become a leading education provider in the fields of criminology, serving the community, preparing competitive graduates, who can help in decreasing crimes in the society and to take its degree programmes to international market.

Achieve excellence in teaching and research by incorporating the emerging technologies through effective stakeholders’ engagement and to prepare self-driven and competitive graduates.