Applied criminology is the use of the empirical findings of criminology (prevention, criminal prognosis, sanctioning, informal social control, and the investigation of effects) in practice and policy. The ever-evolving criminal justice arena requires that those who work within the field have both exposure to theoretical foundations from a variety of related disciplines and the ability to apply this knowledge to real-world situations in a variety of contexts. While criminal justice agencies typically provide agency-specific training, the MS in Applied Criminology expands students’ evidence-based knowledge and requires demonstration of the integration of this knowledge in practice, thereby preparing students for advancement within the field.
The MS in Applied Criminology prepares graduates to serve as consultants, trainers, and executives in such fields as law enforcement, security and victim services. The program is designed to enhance the skillset and employability of those already working within or interested in entering these fields. The program enables students to achieve competencies necessary to work in management or executive capacities within law enforcement or private security agencies or within victim services.
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