Criminology

Specialization

Criminology UG programs offer students a journey into studying crime, its causes, and societal responses. These courses merge sociology, psychology, and law to give students skills in analyzing criminal behavior and justice systems. Criminology UG degrees prepare graduates for law enforcement, social services, and criminal justice careers. If you’re passionate about crime prevention or understanding deviant behavior, a Criminology UG degree can help you make a difference in society and the criminal justice system.

Scope & Opportunities

Where can I study Criminology UG?

Top 5 Universities Abroad for Criminology UG Programs

University	Country	Duration	Avg. First Year Fees (INR)
University of Cambridge	UK	Three years	INR 25,00,000
University of Melbourne	Australia	Three years	INR 22,00,000
University of Toronto	Canada	Four years	INR 30,00,000
University of California, Irvine	USA	Four years	INR 35,00,000
Leiden University	Netherlands	Three years	INR 15,00,000

Top 5 Universities in India for Criminology UG Programs

University	Location	Duration	Avg. First Year Fees (INR)
National Law School of India University	Bangalore	Three years	INR 2,50,000
Raksha Shakti University	Gujarat	Three years	INR 50,000
Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Narayan National Institute of Criminology and Forensic Science	Delhi	Three years	INR 30,000
Manonmaniam Sundaranar University	Tamil Nadu	Three years	INR 20,000
Savitribai Phule Pune University	Pune	Three years	INR 25,000

Eligibility Requirements

To pursue a Criminology UG program, students typically need to meet the following eligibility criteria:

Academic qualifications: 10+2 or equivalent in any stream
Minimum grades: Usually, a score of 50-60% or higher in 10+2 examinations
English language proficiency: IELTS (6.0-6.5) or TOEFL (80-90) scores (for studying abroad)
Entrance exams: University-specific entrance tests or CUET for some Indian universities
Letters of recommendation: Usually 2-3 letters from teachers or mentors
Statement of purpose: A well-written essay explaining your interest in criminology
Extracurricular activities: Participation in social service or related activities may be beneficial

Courses Available and Average Fees

The table below shows some popular Criminology UG courses along with their average annual fees in INR:

Course	Average Annual Fees in India (INR)	Average Annual Fees Abroad (INR)
BA in Criminology	INR 20,000 - 1,00,000	INR 15,00,000 - 30,00,000
BSc in Criminology	INR 25,000 - 1,50,000	INR 18,00,000 - 35,00,000
BA (Hons) in Criminology	INR 30,000 - 2,00,000	INR 20,00,000 - 35,00,000
BSc (Hons) in Criminology and Criminal Justice	INR 35,000 - 2,50,000	INR 22,00,000 - 38,00,000
BA in Criminology and Sociology	INR 25,000 - 1,50,000	INR 18,00,000 - 32,00,000

Scholarships for Indian Students Studying Criminology UG

Abroad:

Scholarship Name	Amount (INR)	Type	Number of Awardees
Chevening Scholarships	Full funding	Merit-based	1500+ globally
Commonwealth Scholarship	Full funding	Merit-based	Varies by country
Inlaks Scholarships	Up to INR 70,00,000	Merit-based	10-12 per year
Orange Tulip Scholarship	Up to INR 29,00,000	Merit-based	Varies by university
Go Clean Scholarship	INR 1,50,000	Merit-based	1 per year

In India

Scholarship Name	Amount (INR)	Type	Number of Awardees
Central Sector Scheme of Scholarships	INR 10,000 per year	Merit-based	82,000 per year
Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST Students	Varies	Need-based	Varies by state
National Scholarship Portal Schemes	Varies	Need and Merit-based	Varies by scheme
AICTE Pragati Scholarship	INR 50,000 per year	Merit-based (for girls)	4,000 per year
Prime Minister's Scholarship Scheme	INR 2,500 per month	Merit-based	5,500 per year

Job Opportunities and Average Salaries

The table below shows some job opportunities for Criminology UG graduates along with their average annual salaries in INR:

Job Role	Average Annual Salary (INR)
Police Officer	INR 3,00,000 - 7,00,000
Probation Officer	INR 3,50,000 - 8,00,000
Crime Analyst	INR 4,00,000 - 9,00,000
Forensic Psychologist	INR 5,00,000 - 12,00,000
Victim Advocate	INR 3,00,000 - 7,00,000
Juvenile Justice Counselor	INR 3,50,000 - 8,00,000
Private Investigator	INR 3,00,000 - 8,00,000
Corrections Officer	INR 2,50,000 - 6,00,000
Crime Scene Investigator	INR 4,00,000 - 10,00,000
Criminology Researcher	INR 4,50,000 - 11,00,000