Students interested in fields of criminal justice or law enforcement administration can gain an understanding of police operations through the study of police science. Areas of study may include the traditional topics of criminal justice and investigative techniques, or more modern focus areas may include such studies as cybercrime.

Academic institutions around the world offer a BSc or Bachelor of Science. This popular undergraduate degree is helpful in preparing students for the workplace or for advanced degree programs. The average BSc takes three to five years to complete.