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7 months agoContributor-Level 10
MA Criminology is a master's degree programme of 2 years which inlcudes the study of Crime, Investigation, Research and Prevention of Criminal Activities. This is a post-graduate course which can be pursued after graduation.
Students can take admission to this course by means of merit or entrance exams if required. The admission criteria varies for different colleges in India.
MA Criminology offers various career opportunities to students such as Crme Analyst, Prison Officer, Crime Investigator, Fraud Investigator, Forensic Pshychologist, Intelligence Analyst, and others.
Students can also pursue higher education after complet
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7 months agoContributor-Level 10
Some of the popular MA Criminology colleges may require an additional entrance exam qualification alog with the graduation merit for admission to their courses.
The most common entrance exams for MA Criminology are CUET PG, IPU CET and others. These entrance exams have their own eligibility criteria for applying. Students are advised to check the college specific entrance exam reuirement and their eligibility criteria before appearing.
For admissions based on merit, students are required at least 50% marks in graduation from a recognized university of India for MA Criminology course.
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7 months agoContributor-Level 10
Hi Ramesh,
Placements for MA Criminology mainly depend on the university, industry demand, and your specialization. Graduates students find opportunities in law enforcement, forensic labs, cybercrime units, NGOs, and research organizations. Government roles in intelligence agencies, CBI, and police departments are common, while private firms hire for risk analysis and corporate security. Salaries vary, but with internships and networking, you can secure good roles. If you're passionate about criminology, focus on skill-building and real-world experience for better career prospects.
All the very best for all of t
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8 months agoContributor-Level 7
LLM in Criminal Law deals with legislation, procedures, and jurisprudence related to Criminal Law. While PG Criminology is the study of crime as a social phenomenon.
Hence, LLM in Criminal Law professionals emphasis on legal analysis, argumentation, and application of Law, while PG Criminology students focus on understanding criminal behaviour, criminal law enforcements and developing crime prevention strategies
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8 months agoContributor-Level 8
The academic field of criminology examines how crime affects society while researching its three dimensions: existence, extent and origin in addition to community reactions. Students must analyze different aspects of crime through the study of definition creation and measurement techniques alongside theories and prevention methods and classification systems. You can obtain a 3-year Bachelor's degree in Criminology immediately after completing 12th class. The Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Narayan National Institute of Criminology and Forensic Science in Delhi provides 3-year B.A. (Hons) in Criminology education charged at INR 12,000-15,000 annu
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9 months agoBeginner-Level 2
Yes, students from other state boards are eligible to get admission to Nehru Arts and Science College (NASC) in Coimbatore for a BA in Criminology if they have completed Class 12 from a recognised board or university:
Eligibility
To be eligible for admission to a degree-level programme at a BA Criminology college in India, candidates must have passed Class 12 from a recognised board or university.
Selection process
NASC admits students based on their Class 12 marks, which are a crucial factor in the selection process.
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9 months agoContributor-Level 9
Here are some colleges in Coimbatore that offer criminology-related programs, including MA in Criminology:
1. Nehru Arts and Science College
Offers a Master of Arts (MA) in Criminology, covering various aspects of criminal justice and criminological theories.
2. CMS College of Science and Commerce
Provides an MA in Criminology, focusing on crime studies, criminal law, and forensic science.
3. Government Arts College
Offers a Master's programme in Criminology and Criminal Justice, covering topics like criminal law, sociology, and criminological
These institutions offer MA in Criminology or related programs. For sp
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