Introduction

In accordance with the vision of Allama Iqbal Open University and demand from the relevant stakeholders as well as current rising needs of the society, a new Postgraduate Diploma in Criminology is offered by the Department of Sociology. The program combines an emphasis on basic concepts and theoretical understanding of crime and criminal behavior as well as different approaches of criminal justice, and crime detection and prevention.

Eligibility Criteria

Minimum second division (45%) Bachelor's Degree/ 14 years of education. 

Selection Process

Students with minimum second division in Bachelors / eligible for admission can get online admission through the university system

Duration

1 Year

Medium of Instruction

English

Teaching Methodology

Tutorials, workshop and final exam.

AIOU Credits Required

36 Credit Hours

1. Conflict Resolution-9601
2. Social Problems-9602
3. Criminology-9603
4. Introduction to Sociology -4681
5. Sociology of Gender Issues-4685
6. Sociology of Child Rights and Child Development-4695


 

1. Criminal Justice System-9604
2. Theoretical Approaches on Crime and Criminal Behavior-9605
3. Crime Investigation (New)-9606
4. Methods of Social Research-9607
5. Social Stratification and Inequality-9608
6. Social Psychology-9609

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Workshop

Online workshops on LMS Portal

Thesis

Nil

Practical

Nil

Viva

Nil

Collaborations

Nil

About

The Allama Iqbal Open University was established in May, 1974, with the main objectives of providing educational opportunities to masses and to those who cannot leave their homes and jobs. During all these past years, the University has more than fulfilled this promise.