Sociology

Criminal law and criminology are complementary disciplines. Criminal law provides the framework for enforcing society's norms and values,  while criminology provides insights into the root causes of crime and how to prevent it. Let's understand the key difference between Criminal Law and Criminology, in brief: CharacteristicCriminal LawCriminologyFocusCriminal law is the body of law that deals with crimes and their punishment. It is concerned with the protection of society from harmful individuals and conduct. Criminal law is enforced by the state through the police and the courts.Criminology is the scientific study of crime. Criminologists are interested in understanding the causes and consequences of crime, as well as developing strategies for crime prevention and rehabilitation.DisciplinesLaw, sociology, psychologySociology, psychology, criminal justice, economicsMethodsCase studies, legal analysisSurveys, interviews, statistical analysisGoalsTo deter crime and punish criminalsTo develop strategies for crime prevention and rehabilitationExamplesA Criminal Lawyer might represent a client accused of murder in court.A Criminologist might study the relationship between poverty and crime in a community.

BA (Psychology, Sociology and Economics) at Jain University is offered as a UG level programme. In the said specialisation, students have a choice between BA Programme and BA Honours/ Honours with research. The BA (Prog) in (Psychology, Sociology and Economics) is a three-year course, divided into six semesters. The BA (Hons) in (Psychology, Sociology and Economics) is a four-year programme, extended across eight semesters. For the first three years, the common syllabus includes subjects such as Cognitive Psychology, Fundamentals of Sociology, Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, English, Statistics, Research Methodology, etc. For the BA Honours programme, the additional subjects to be taught during the fourth year include Econometrics, Counselling Psychology, Sociology of Tourism, Research oriented papers, etc.

Program Structure: The programme structure for M.Sc. in Forensic Science and Criminology typically includes a combination of core and elective subjects. For example, the programme at MK University includes subjects like Forensic Science and Criminology, Research Methodology and Statistics, Forensic Anthropology and Odontology, and Practical: Explosive and Forensic Toxicology.Coursework and Research: The programme includes both theoretical and practical components. Students are expected to complete coursework, research projects, and internships to gain hands-on experience in forensic Science and criminology.Eligibility Criteria: The eligibility criteria for M.Sc. in Forensic Science and Criminology typically include a bachelor's degree in any discipline with a minimum of 55% marks (50% for SC/ST and PwD categories).Admission Process: Admission to the programme is usually based on a merit list generated from CUET scores.Career Opportunities: Graduates from this programme can find opportunities in various fields such as crime laboratories, forensic departments, NGOs, and social Science research.

Yes, one from Tripura can apply for an MSc in Criminology at Madras. There is no restriction related to state, one must have all the documents required. Two universities in Chennai offer M.Sc. in Criminology and Criminal Justice Science, Madurai Kamaraj University and Madras University.M.Sc. Criminology and Criminal Justice at Madurai Kamaraj University costs around INR 10,000 and M.Sc. in Criminology and Criminal Justice Science at Madras University costs around INR 3,000 for the entire course.To get admission to these universities one must qualify in the University's entrance exam, one must have graduated from a recognised university with a minimum of 50% in the relevant field.I hope it will help.