While investigating authorities are the most popular face of crime busting, forensic scientists and criminologists play an equally important role behind the scenes. Forensic science Forensic science is primarily concerned with the application of scientific principles for the investigation of crime. They largely work in forensic laboratories although they have to visit the scene of crime along with police officers and other investigating authorities in order to collect evidence. Criminology Criminology deals with the scientific study of crime. While some criminologists work with forensic scientists scouting for evidence on the crime scene and later in labs, others work with psychologists, social workers and rehabilitation experts.
Correctional administration is as much a part of criminology today as is forensic testing.
Professionals in the field may, therefore, be involved in law enforcement, correctional administration or counselling.