As a criminologist, you study crime, its causes, and its impact on society. You also analyze the behavior of offenders and develop prevention strategies to reduce crime. Criminologists often work in research institutions, at the police, in correctional facilities, or in counseling centers.
In Germany, the salary for criminologists varies depending on factors such as professional experience, degree, location and employer.
In order to work in criminology, a university degree in criminology, social sciences or a related subject is usually required. Many criminologists also have a degree in psychology, law or sociology. Practical experience, for example through internships or research projects, is often as important as academic training.
Criminologists have a wide range of career opportunities, ranging from research to public service to private consulting firms, and they can work in a variety of fields, such as crime prevention, victim support, or criminal justice reform.
