Knowledge

criminology

The study of criminal behaviour, such as its causes and nature, its consequences, and control and prevention methods.

Alternative Names

investigation of law breaking behaviourinvestigation of criminal behaviourresearch into criminal behaviourstudy of criminal behaviourresearch into law breaking behaviourstudy of law breaking behaviour

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criminology is listed as an essential skill for 4 occupation(s).

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criminology is a useful but optional skill for 13 occupation(s).

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Quick Facts

TypeKnowledge
ClassificationESCO
DigitalNo
GreenNo
Essential for4 occupations
Optional for13 occupations
Total occupations17
Alt names6

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