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Internship BS in Criminology in The Philippines
Internship BS in Criminology in The Philippines
Internship BS in Criminology in The Philippines
Program Overview
The Bachelor of Science in Criminology or Criminal Justice is a 4-year college degree
program intended for individuals who wish to have a career in the fields of law
enforcement, security administration, crime detection and prevention or
correctional administration.
Requirements at each school may differ, but these are the common requirements:
o Must be a high school graduate.
Those who did not complete high school education may opt to first attend
Alternative Learning System (ALS) and pass the Philippine Educational Placement
Test (PEPT) to qualify for college. However, some universities only offer selected
courses for PEPT passers admission.
o College entrance exam
o Interview: pass the interview conducted by the college / university admission
officer
o Good Moral certificate from the previous school (sometimes from enrollees
Barangay)
o NSAT rating: some schools require particular rating in the National Secondary
Assessment Test (NSAT)
o GPA: some schools require particular high school grade or gross point average
o Drug and Psychological Test: CHED Memorandum Order no.21 series of 2005
section 16, specifically includes Drug and Psychological Test as requirement for
BS Criminology admission.
What skills will help you succeed in this course?
BS Criminology does not require any special skills, except general skills helpful for
any course:
o Organization and time management skills – being able to establish priorities
and schedules for studies or review, rest and social period
o Interpersonal skills – being able to get along and work well with peers and
classmates. It helps to have study groups to assist you in understanding and
remembering lessons.
o Communication skills – oral and written ability in English and in vernacular
specially when making investigative and technical reports, feasibility studies and
project presentation in classroom
o Problem-solving abilities – being able to weigh the consequence of every
situation presented and apply a reasonable solution
How difficult is this course?
Many students would classify this field of study as interesting and not difficult at all.
The course includes several intriguing subjects such as forensic, criminal phsycology,
human behavior and crisis management, criminal investigation, accidents
investigation, arson, crime organizations, drugs, criminal procedures, defense tactics
and more. Even the 2-phased Practicum is highly anticipated by the graduating
students due to its social relevance.
How long does it take to complete BS in Criminology in the
Philippines?
Normally, the BS Crim. program takes 4 years to complete(Note: this may change
due to the K-12 integration). The program may be completed in a shorter time in
schools that follow the trimestral curriculum.
Reviews for the board exam may require an additional few months, depending
wether you pass on your first try.
On The Job training / Internship
The main subjects of the BSCrim. Board exam are Criminal Jurisprudence, Procedure
and Evidence; Law Enforcement Administration; Criminalistics; Crime Detection and
Investigation; Sociology of Crimes and Ethics; and Correctional Administration.
After graduation, students have a few months to review the material before the
exam. Review programs are sometimes provided by the school. However, some
students decide on enrolling at specialized review centers.
Career opportunities for BS Crim. Graduates
Salaries for those who work abroad are generally much higher.
Find schools offering BS in Criminology:
J. S.
◈ Studied BS Criminology
◈ At Republican College
◈ Graduated 2005
Why did I choose Criminology:I wanted to be a police officer since I thought it is a good
profession, to serve the country.
About my college education:It is both difficult and enjoyable for me. If you really like
this course, the discussions of the subjects will be interesting for you since you are eager to learn.
You just have to be patience and you can finish it.
My current job:I am a police officer now, serving and protecting the country and the
people.
Am I using what I learned in college:I am now using what I have learned from our
school since I am now a police officer. The skills and knowledge are helpful and practical to me
now.
How long did it take to find a job:After several months, I had the opportunity to work
abroad.
Do I recommend studying Criminology:Graduates on this course can have the
opportunity to work as a police officer. If you really like to serve the country or become a police,
enroll in this course. It is important that you like it and you are not forced into it.
It can be a fulfilling career, but the salary level is just okay.
Advice to people who are thinking of studying this course:If you want to be a
police, this course will be the best course for such profession. It will be an interesting course for you
if you have this goal.