犯罪学研究犯罪及其对受害者和社会的影响，以及包括警察，法院和监狱在内的刑事司法系统的运作。如果您想在与刑事司法系统相关的组织中工作，犯罪学是一个不错的选择。在犯罪学专业中，您可以对国家和国际背景下的犯罪学有深入的了解。您将探索新西兰和海外的犯罪与警务，预防和惩治犯罪的方法，恢复性司法以及刑事司法系统面临的重大问题。在整个专业中，您将开发与犯罪学和刑事司法相关的解决问题的技能。
Criminology is the study of crime and its effects on victims and society, and the workings of the criminal justice system including the police, courts and prisons. Criminology is a great choice if you want a career in an organisation associated with the criminal justice system. In the Criminology major you develop a sound understanding of criminology in national and international contexts. You explore crime and policing in New Zealand and overseas, approaches to crime prevention and punishment, restorative justice and critical issues facing the criminal justice system. Throughout the major, you develop problem-solving skills related to criminology and criminal justice.<br><br>With the AUT Bachelor of Arts you can choose from majors in areas as diverse as languages, international studies, criminology, psychology, event management and education. Build a degree that fits your passions and interests with the Bachelor of Arts. Get an in depth understanding of the wider world and your role in it, and learn how you can make a positive difference.<br><br>As you explore topics that unpack social issues, youll become a skilled problem solver, analytical thinker, communicator, researcher and questioner. The knowledge and skills you gain, combined with workplace experience opportunities in your final semester, will prepare you for meaningful careers in Aotearoa New Zealand and abroad.