Criminology and Criminal Justice Science
Profile - Criminology and Criminal Justice Science
Established in 2022, the three-year Bachelor of Science in Criminology and Criminal Justice Science program is designed to cultivate a culture of intellectual inquiry and academic distinction among students. The curriculum is firmly rooted in Sutherland’s (1924) conceptualization of criminology as the systematic body of knowledge concerning crime as a social phenomenon, encompassing the creation and violation of laws, as well as societal and institutional responses to such transgressions. Through this program, students gain a comprehensive understanding of criminal behaviour, justice systems, and the multifaceted processes of law enforcement, equipping them with the analytical, research, and critical-thinking skills necessary to excel in the fields of criminology and criminal justice.
Vision
To emerge as a premier hub of criminological education and research that nurtures ethical leaders, critical thinkers, and socially responsible professionals dedicated to fostering justice, equity, and safety in society. Our vision is to bridge the gap between academia and real-world practice by integrating multidisciplinary knowledge, cutting-edge research, and community engagement to address the evolving challenges of crime and justice in a globalized world.
Mission
Our mission is to deliver an interdisciplinary criminology education that combines academic rigor with practical exposure. We equip students with analytical, investigative, and ethical competencies through research, fieldwork, and industry partnerships. The department actively engages in community outreach and policy advocacy to address emerging crime trends and promote social justice.
Objectives
- Advance the criminal justice system by contributing to the efficient application and enforcement of criminal laws.
- Cultivate ethical and competent professionals capable of administering justice with integrity while upholding the principles of the rule of law.
- Analyze the complexities of crime by examining both traditional and contemporary criminal behaviors and emerging patterns of victimization.
- Promote crime prevention strategies through research, practical interventions, and evidence-based approaches to reduce criminal activities.
- Develop comprehensive understanding of the Criminal Justice System by exploring its legal, procedural, and administrative frameworks to prepare students for impactful careers in the field.
Programs Offered
- B. Sc. Criminology and Criminal Justice Science
Mr. Surya Abinash S
Head of the Department
Mr. Prakash P
Assistant Professor
Ms. Raghavi Manoharan
Assistant Professor
Ms. Kayatri I
Assistant Professor
B.Sc. Criminology and Criminal Justice Science
COURSE STRUCTURE
B.Sc Criminology and Criminal Justice Science First Semester Subjects
SEMESTER I |
SUBJECTS | HOURS | CREDIT | Max Marks |
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COURSE COMPONENT | INT | EXT | Total |
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Part I | Paper – I | Language | 6 | 3 | 25 | 75 | 100 |
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Part II | Paper – I | 100L1Z: English | 6 | 3 | 25 | 75 | 100 |
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Part III | Core Course – I | 102C1A: Fundamentals of Criminology and Criminal Justice | 5 | 5 | 25 | 75 | 100 |
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Core Course – II | 102C1B: Criminal Laws | 5 | 5 | 25 | 75 | 100 |
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Elective I Generic/ Discipline Specific |
102E1A: Society and Social Problems |
4 |
3 |
25 |
75 |
100 |
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Part IV | SEC – I | 102S1A: Cyber Security* |
2 |
2 | 25 | 75 | 100 |
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Other Language Students | 100S1A: Basic Tamil-I * | 25 | 75 | 100 |
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100S1B: Advanced Tamil-I * | 25 | 75 | 100 |
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Foundation Course | 102B1A: Introduction to Criminology | 2 | 2 | 25 | 75 | 100 |
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B.Sc Criminology and Criminal Justice Science Second Semester Subjects
SEMESTER II |
SUBJECTS | HOURS | CREDIT | Max Marks | ||||
COURSE COMPONENT | INT | EXT | Total | |||||
Part I | Paper – II | Language | 6 | 3 | 25 | 75 | 100 | |
Part II | Paper – II | 100L2Z: English | 6 | 3 | 25 | 75 | 100 | |
Part III | Core Course – III | 102C2A: Basic Outdoor Training | 5 | 5 | 40 | 60 | 100 | |
Core Course – IV | 102C2B: Police Administration | 5 | 5 | 25 | 75 | 100 | ||
Elective II Generic/ Discipline Specific | 102E2A: Community Policing | 4 | 3 | 25 | 75 | 100 | ||
Part IV | Skill Enhancement Course – SEC – 2 | 102S2A: Organizational Behaviour and Human Resource Management |
2 |
2 |
25 |
75 |
100 | |
Other Language Students | 100S2A: Basic Tamil-II * | |||||||
100S2B: Advanced Tamil-II * | ||||||||
Skill Enhancement Course – SEC – 3 | 102S2B: Effective Communication and Technical Writing | 2 | 2 | 25 | 75 | 100 | ||
B.Sc Criminology and Criminal Justice Science Third Semester Subjects
SEMESTER III |
SUBJECTS | HOURS | CREDIT | Max Marks | ||||
COURSE COMPONENT | INT | EXT | Total | |||||
Part I | Paper – III | Language | 6 | 3 | 25 | 75 | 100 | |
Part II | Paper – III | 200L3Z: English | 6 | 3 | 25 | 75 | 100 | |
Part III | Core Course – V | 202C3A: Advanced Outdoor Training | 5 | 5 | 40 | 60 | 100 | |
Core Course – VI | 202C3B: Penology and Correctional Administration | 5 | 5 | 25 | 75 | 100 | ||
Elective III Generic/ Discipline Specific | 202E3A: Fundamentals of Research Methodology, Statistics and Computer Applications | 4 | 3 | 25 | 75 | 100 | ||
Part IV | SEC – 4 | (Entrepreneurial Skill)* |
1 |
1 | 25 | 75 | 100 | |
SEC – 5 | 202S3A: Basics of Security Management and Entrepreneurship | 25 | 75 | 100 | ||||
25 | 75 | 100 | ||||||
EVS | 1 |
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B.Sc Criminology and Criminal Justice Science Fourth Semester Subjects
SEMESTER IV |
SUBJECTS | HOURS | CREDIT | Max Marks | ||||
COURSE COMPONENT | INT | EXT | Total | |||||
Part I | Paper – IV | Language | 6 | 3 | 25 | 75 | 100 | |
Part II | Paper – IV | 200L4Z: English | 6 | 3 | 25 | 75 | 100 | |
Part III | Core Course – VII | 202C4A: Juvenile Justice Administration | 5 | 5 | 25 | 75 | 100 | |
Core Course – VIII | 202C4B: Forensic Science | 5 | 5 | 25 | 75 | 100 | ||
Elective IV Generic/ Discipline Specific | 202E4A: Crime and Media |
3 |
3 |
25 |
75 |
100 | ||
Part IV | Skill Enhancement Course SEC – 6 | 202S4A: NGO Management |
2 |
2 |
25 |
75 |
100 | |
Skill Enhancement Course SEC – 7 | 202S4B: Basics for Competitive Examinations | |||||||
Environmental Studies | 2 | 1 | 25 | 75 | 100 | |||
B.Sc Criminology and Criminal Justice Science Fifth Semester Subjects
SEMESTER V |
SUBJECTS | HOURS | CREDIT | Max Marks | ||||
COURSE COMPONENT | INT | EXT | Total | |||||
Part III | Core Course – IX | 302C5A: Forms of Crime | 5 | 4 | 25 | 75 | 100 | |
Core Course – X | 302C5B: Psychology of Crime | 5 | 4 | 25 | 75 | 100 | ||
Core Course – XI | 302C5C: Human Rights | 5 | 4 | 25 | 75 | 100 | ||
Core Course – XII | 302C5D: Victimology and Victim Assistance | 5 | 4 | 25 | 75 | 100 | ||
Elective V Generic/ Discipline Specific | 302E5A: Environmental Crime |
4 |
3 |
25 |
75 |
100 | ||
Elective VI Generic/ Discipline Specific | 302E5B: Crimes against Women, Children and Marginalised |
4 |
3 |
25 |
75 |
100 | ||
Part IV | Value Education | 2 | 2 | – | – | – | ||
| Summer Internship/Industrial Training | – | 2 | – | – | – | ||
B.Sc Criminology and Criminal Justice Science Sixth Semester Subjects
SEMESTER VI |
SUBJECTS | HOURS | CREDIT | Max Marks | |||
COURSE COMPONENT | INT | EXT | Total | ||||
Part III | Core Course – XIII | 302C6A: Correctional Methods and Practices | 6 | 4 | 25 | 75 | 100 |
Core Course – XIV | 302C6B: Crime Prevention | 6 | 4 | 25 | 75 | 100 | |
Core Course – XV | 302C61: Project with Viva – voce | 6 | 4 | 40 | 60 | 100 | |
Elective VII Generic/ Discipline Specific | 302E6A: Internal Security |
5 |
3 |
25 |
75 |
100 | |
Elective VIII Generic/ Discipline Specific | 302E6B: Private Detective |
5 |
3 |
25 |
75 |
100 | |
Part IV | 302S6A: Professional Competency Skill | 2 | 2 | 25 | 75 | 100 | |
Extension Activity | – | 1 | – | – | – | ||
MOU’s & Collaborations:
- MoU with International Foundation for Prevention of Crime and Victim Care (PCVC)
- Institutional Membership with National Cyber Security Research Council (NCSRC)
Value Added Course
Offered:
- Course Title: Cybercrime in Financial Sector
- Duration: 40 hours
- Mode of delivery: Online
- Course Instructor: Mr. Alexander A, Co-Founder & Managing Director, FinRysk Advisors FZCO, Dubai
- Year of Introduction: 2022
Opted:
- Course Title: Youth Unite by PCVC
- Academic Year/Semester: 2025-2026/Even
- No of students enrolled: 30
- Class/Batch: 1st Criminology / 2025
- Course Title: Office Automation
- Academic Year/Semester: 2024-2025 / Even
- No of students enrolled: 12
- Class/Batch: 3rd Criminology / 2022
Name of the Club: WOLFGANG
Year of establishment: 2023
The “WOLFGANG” club of the Department of Criminology at Avichi College of Arts and Science functions as a bridge between students and faculty in the pursuit of academic and institutional excellence. It supports the department’s goal of ensuring high-quality educational experiences through student involvement in academic planning, evaluation, and feedback.
Objectives:
- To ensure active student participation in enhancing the quality of teaching, learning, and evaluation processes.
- To provide a platform for students to share constructive feedback and innovative ideas for improvement.
- To organize academic and co-curricular activities that promote a culture of quality and excellence.
- To support the department’s vision of a crime-free, educated society through awareness and engagement initiatives.
- To encourage leadership, responsibility, and ownership among students in departmental development.
Vignesh P
Secretary
2023-26
Srikanth G
Treasurer
2023-26
Swetha R
Joint Secretary
2023-26
Kishore
General Secretary
2024-27
Mayuri A
Executive Members
Francis Prakash
Executive Members
Ashraf A
Executive Members
Haritha A
Executive Members
Sarathi A
Executive Members
Mahalakshmi Senthil
Executive Members
Harini V
Executive Members
Solomon J
Sports Secretary
Ananthi A
Sports Secretary
Career Opportunities
The scope of Criminology extends beyond law enforcement to include diverse career opportunities such as:
- Cyber security
- Research
- Security management
- Private investigation
- Legal advocacy
- Human rights advocacy
- Correctional services
- Investigative journalism
- Victim assistance in NGOs and UN organizations
This program equips students with the skills and knowledge necessary to pursue these varied career paths within the field of Criminology and Criminal Justice
