Criminology and Geospatial Criminology
BS in Criminology
Criminology is swiftly expanding with careers in areas such as crime prevention, insurance fraud, law enforcement, urban crisis and response, the juvenile justice system, research diversion programming corrections and many areas in homeland security.
Our mission at Mount Saint Mary鈥檚 is to provide a comprehensive education in criminology that will prepare students to succeed as professionals and leaders in the field. The BS in Criminology is excellent preparation for any career that deals with at-risk populations, the justice system, social work or the law.
This program is also offered through the Weekend/Evening & Online College.
Weekend/Evening & Online Program
BS in Geospatial Criminology
Do you ever wonder how police officers locate criminals? How they confirm a suspect鈥檚 alibi or find at-risk areas in neighborhoods? Are you looking to be a part of the solution in law enforcement and criminal justice? If so, a degree in Geospatial Criminology is the answer.
Geospatial Criminology combines a strong foundation in crime theory with a practical skillset of geographic information sciences. This major positions you on the cutting-edge and provides numerous career opportunities in law enforcement.
In today鈥檚 digital age, billions of pieces of data that contain geographic information are collected every day. Law enforcement relies heavily on this data to find patterns in crime; educate and enlist communities on crime concerns; identify risk factors that can lead to crime; and develop strategic plans to prevent crime.
Local, state and national police forces use geographic information sciences as an integral part of their daily operations. From the FBI and the U.S. Armed Forces to the Los Angeles Police Department, GIS has become a critical tool to help officers get the job done.
Worldwide, thousands of agencies 鈥� including the CIA and Department of Homeland Security 鈥� rely on GIS for planning, operations and investigations. As technology expands, so, too, does the demand for people who know how to use and apply these skills. The U.S. Department of Labor lists geospatial technology as one of the three emerging industries with the highest demand for workers and potential for growth in the coming decades.
Law enforcement officers who know how to use GIS are in demand in Los Angeles and across the country. If you want to become a corrections officer, special agent or local police officer, consider a major in Geospatial Criminology to best prepare you in the field.