What is Criminology? Criminology is the study of criminal
behavior and how society defines and responds to crime. Criminologists attempt
to identify the causes of crimes as they occur in society and in individuals.
They also study the political and social aspects of defining crime: what is a
crime and who is a criminal. Criminologists also examine societal responses to
crime by studying such topics as how the criminal justice system functions, the
effectiveness of public policies and programs aimed at controlling crime, the
portrayal of crime in the popular culture and related subjects.
What do you do with a major in Criminology? The classes that
you take as a Criminology major prepare you for a variety of opportunities.
Many recent graduates are pursuing careers in corrections, juvenile justice,
law enforcement and private security. You could also consider research and
planning with a state or federal agency. Some students also go to Graduate
school for Law, Sociology, Criminology, Criminal Justice, or Public Policy in
order to work in public policy, research, teaching and law.
What classes would you take? Your first class would be
Introduction to Sociology. Some other required courses are Criminal Justice
System, Research Methods and Criminology. You also get to choose most of your
Criminology courses. Some of your options are White Collar Crime, Juvenile
Delinquency, Homicide, Youth Gangs, Crime Analysis, Law and Society, Terrorism
and Insurgency, Drugs and Individual Behavior and many, MANY more!
Are there any recommended additional majors or minors? Some of
the common majors and minors pursued in conjunction with Criminology are
Sociology, Psychology, Political Science, Spanish, and Social Work.
If you are interested in Criminology, take Introduction to
Sociology (SOC 1000). It is actually a prerequisite for most Criminology
courses and provides a good foundation for future courses. Also, be sure to
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