I've just started school to obtain my Associate Degree in Economic Crime: Criminal Justice and will get my BA in the same, however I have no idea what to obtain my master's in - I feel as if I do not know what I want to be when I grow up. I would like to work in the legal / law enforcement area for sure, but do not know exactly where. I am thinking Psychology but what can I do with that degree, in that particular field? I am seeking some positive feed back please.
2007-03-13 01:48:29 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Social Science ➔ Psychology
You could combine your interests and become a doctor of psychology with an emphasis on forensic psychology. Many schools have courses in forensic psychology and there are good internships at state hospitals (which house forensic cases) where you can get experience towards your goal.
One way of making this kind of decision is to look up someone who does the work you want and interview them to get a feel for what they do and if you would like to do it too. I know of several psychologist who also have JD degrees and are active in court/forensic work. Some are also attorneys for psychologists. Good Luck!
2007-03-20 19:26:00 · answer #1 · answered by Bree 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
here is the answer for ur question as far as my knowledge goes
there was a branch called legal psychology in applied psychology
it tries to study the behaviour of the persons like clients, criminals and witnesses etc. in their respective surroundings with the help of psychological principles and techniques. the root causes of the crime,offence,dispute or any legal case can be properly understood through the use of this branch and subsequently proper rehabilitation measures may be employed.
m.sc in legal psychology should be done
2007-03-13 02:01:09 · answer #2 · answered by sarayyu 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
yes, psychology. You could specialize in certain areas of the law, just like doctors do in medicine.
2007-03-13 01:52:05 · answer #3 · answered by Scorpius59 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why not just go for a law degree?
2007-03-13 01:50:59 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go for the Psych. degree, it will provide a broader background on which to base further study and application problems.
2007-03-13 01:51:33 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
How about economics/Business. That would help you in your law pursuit.
2007-03-18 10:04:03 · answer #6 · answered by j.wisdom 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your guidance councilor will ask you what your desires are and help you formulate a direction.
2007-03-18 21:45:48 · answer #7 · answered by LELAND 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋