Bachelors in criminal justice

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Is it a good idea, to do in usa for free tuition

and go do work in india.

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Pursuing Criminology Abroad

If you’re an Indian student looking to make a career in criminology, abroad, you’re in good company. Though many universities may necessarily not have any subject preferences, some may put a particular subject combination as a part of the eligibility. A background in science, or humanities subjects is encouraged, in a general sense.

World’s best universities, in USA, UK, and Singapore offer amazing options in terms of exposure, curriculum, and research possibilities. Some universities like the Washington State University, and University of Texas – Dallas offer undergraduate courses in criminology.

A more generic route is through the disciplines of psychology, sociology, law, and political science. Yale University, NYU, Stanford University, University of California – Berkeley, University of Bath, University of Oxford, University of Durham, and University of Edinburgh are some of the leading colleges that offer undergraduate programs in these disciplines.

Admission processes vary from country to country, and even school to school, but generally requires a statement of purpose, letters of recommendation, essays, and a standardised assessment.

University of Maryland, University of Pennsylvania, University of Florida, Queen Mary School of Law, University of Oxford, University of Cambridge are some of the leading universities that offer post graduate courses in criminology. One needs to fulfil the necessary application criteria, which while varying from country to country and school to school, generally consists of standardised testing, resume, statement of purpose, letters of recommendation, and required work experience in the domain.

 

Skills Required for a Career in Criminology

Criminologists are driven by a passion for creating an impact, and for fighting crime. A career in criminology is showcased by many popular TV shows like Sherlock, CSI Miami, and Numbers, all of which portray their protagonists as strong analysts, keen observers, ardent researchers, and strong-valued individuals.

All of this holds true in the real world as well. Research skills, observation skills, ability to connect the dots, logical reasoning, active visualisation, excellent written and verbal expression, empathy, ability to spark a change, and a strong sense of character, are some of the skills that make for an ace criminologist.