Criminology and criminal justice jobs

Both a Bachelor of Arts (B A ) and a Bachelor of Science (B S

) in criminology can prepare you for a criminal justice career

A B A in criminology focuses on social and humanities topics such as philosophy, political science, psychology and sociology

This degree is a good option for careers in corrections and law enforcement administration

Here's a list of nine criminology degree jobs you may consider pursuing: 1

Police detective Primary duties: A police detective is a law enforcement professional that investigates crimes

Some of their daily duties may include interviewing witnesses, monitoring suspects and participating in arrests

The most literal definition of a career in criminal justice refers to administering justice to those who have committed or been accused of committing crimes

However, criminal justice jobs cover a wide range of specialties and interests