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Criminology
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Criminology

Hofstra University
Hempstead, New YorkUSA
On campus
Full-time
€45,203.62/year
 5425 Points
Duration
4 Years
Language
English
Apply date
Aug 2024

Program Description

Understanding the causes and consequences of criminal behavior – its impact on individuals and on society – is the focus of Hofstra's Criminology program. If you possess the ability to analyze problems from different angles, coupled with a passion to uncover personal motivations and address broader societal needs, this is the place for you.

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Curriculum

Core Modules

Introduction to Criminology

Sociology of Crime and Delinquency

Theoretical Perspectives on Crime and Justice

Statistics in Sociology or Statistics in Psychology

Research Methods in Sociology

Students will then take courses in two categories:

Crime and Justice

Law Politics, and Society

Optional Modules

Ethics in Policing

Domestic Violence

Mental Illness and Criminal Behavior

Gender, Crime and Criminal Justice

Crime Scene Investigation Methods

Careers

A degree in criminology prepares students for a variety of career paths, including:

  • law and the justice system
  • criminal justice administration
  • research and policy development and evaluation
  • criminal investigation
  • forensics
  • financial and insurance fraud investigation
  • national security
  • private investigation
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