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Criminology

L-40 | English language profile of the graduate degree programme in Sociology | Faculty of Political and Social Sciences | Milan

The information provided is subject to finalisation pending approval by the internal authorities.

 

Overview

Criminology is a new profile of the Undergraduate degree programme in Sociology. It is a unique offering at the national level, presenting an innovative and multidisciplinary approach to the field of criminology.

The first year provides a solid foundation in various social sciences, complemented by essential academic and methodological skills.

In the second year, the curriculum is enriched with courses in social psychology, organisational sociology, and cultural sociology, providing an introduction to criminological theories and methodologies.

The third year focuses on advanced methodological skills and includes an introduction to programming in R/Python.

Key facts

  • Degree class: L-40
  • ECTS: 180
  • Duration: 3 years
  • Language: English
  • Campus: Milan
  • Beginning of classes: october 2025

Study plan 2025/26

The information provided is subject to finalisation pending approval by the internal authorities.

1st year

  • Contemporary history 9 CFU
  • Introduction to research and academic skills in the social sciences + LAB 9 CFU
  • Political science 9 CFU
  • Principles of economics 12 CFU
  • Public law and governance 9 CFU
  • Quantitative methods for social sciences 9 CFU
  • Sociology 9 CFU

2nd year

  • Comparative & European Criminal Law and Procedure 9 CFU
  • Criminology 9 CFU
  • Organizations & Cultures 12 CFU
  • English/Italian 6 CFU
  • History of Crime and Crime Control 9 CFU
  • Research Methods for Crime and Criminal Justice 12 CFU
  • Social Psychology 6 CFU

3rd year

  • Comparative Criminal Justice 6 CFU
  • Quantitative Methods for the Social Sciences II + LAB 9 CFU
  • One elective among: Organized crime / Terrorism / Cybercrime and cybersecurity 6 CFU
  • One elective among: Crime and place / Investigations and Forensics / Cultural practices outside boundaries 6 CFU
  • One elective among: Behavioral economics and nudging policies / Economic and financial crime 6 CFU
  • Elective courses 12 CFU
  • Final examination 6 CFU

The study plan provides for the attendance of a Theology course, in order to offer a motivated, reasoned and organic knowledge of Catholicism.

Why choose Criminology?

Why choose Criminology?

Key insights

  • The extensive theoretical-cultural set of knowledges offered by the program
  • The acquisition of specific skills in the field of market research, the organization of human resources, the analysis and management of safety problems, services and innovation in the society
  • The numerous practical learning opportunities (workshops, seminars, exercises, etc.)
  • The close connection with a great number of companies, thanks to meetings and seminars with manager and experts
  • The numerous and diversified professional opportunities

Career opportunities

The programme degree in Sociologia (curriculum Criminology) opens the doors to a variety of professional fields, including:

  • Applied social research
  • Market research
  • Human resources management
  • Work-related services
  • Management of security systems
  • Evaluation of public and security policies
  • Management of social innovation processes
  • Analysis of change processes
  • Territorial planning and management
  • Criminological Research
  • Security Management in Public and Private Sectors
  • International Organizations

Admission

To enrol in the Undergraduate degree programme in Sociologia (profle in Criminology), candidates must meet the admission requirements outlined on unicatt.it. It is advisable to regularly check the programme pages for updates, which will be posted in the early months of 2025.

In addition to meeting the admission criteria, candidates must have a sufficient command of the English language, at least at level B2.