Okay, so, I’ve always been fascinated by what makes people tick, you know? Like, why do they do the things they do? That’s what initially got me hooked on psychology. I started taking classes, and it was like a whole new world opened up. Learning about different theories, human behavior, mental processes – it was all so interesting. I realized early on that I really want to major in it.
But then, I also found myself drawn to the whole criminal justice system. I’d watch documentaries and read articles about crime, and I started to see a connection between the two fields. It’s like, understanding the criminal mind is a huge part of solving crimes, right? After knowing the psychology, I think I can figure out why criminals did something evil.
So, I had this idea – what if I could combine these two interests? That’s when I decided to double major in criminology and psychology. It wasn’t easy, let me tell you. I talked to my advisor, and we mapped out a plan. It meant taking a lot of extra courses each semester, and a couple of summer classes, but I was determined to do it.
- I started by taking introductory courses in both psychology and criminology. This gave me a good foundation in both fields.
- Then, I moved on to more advanced courses, like abnormal psychology, social psychology, criminal behavior, and forensic psychology.
- I also made sure to take research methods courses in both fields so I could understand how studies are conducted and how to interpret the results.
- I spent a lot of time in the library, reading textbooks, journal articles, and case studies.
- I joined some student organizations related to psychology and criminal justice, which was a great way to meet people with similar interests and learn more about potential career paths. Also, I can practice more and learn from others.
- I talked to professors in both departments, and they were really helpful in guiding me and giving me advice.
- And I even did an internship at a local police department, which gave me some real-world experience in the field. I learn a lot from it, I have to say.
It was tough, no doubt. Lots of late nights studying, writing papers, and preparing for exams. There were times when I felt overwhelmed, but I just kept reminding myself why I was doing it. And you know what? It was totally worth it.
By the time graduation rolled around, I felt like I had a really solid understanding of both fields. I ended up getting a job at a research firm that studies the effectiveness of different rehabilitation programs. I get to use my knowledge of both psychology and criminology every day, and I feel like I’m making a real difference. It’s really a good choice to combine the criminology and psychology, and I’m so glad I did.
So, that’s my story. It was a lot of hard work, but I’m so glad I stuck with it. I’d encourage anyone who’s interested in both criminology and psychology to consider a double major. It’s definitely a challenging path, but it’s also incredibly rewarding. Just need to put a lot of hard work on it. It’s like you have two majors, the workload is almost double, isn’t it?
If you are also interested in it, go for it!
