Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice
Degree: Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science
Major: Criminal Justice
Hours: 120
Criminal Justice Degree Overview
The Bachelor of Arts and Bachlor of Science Degrees in Criminal Justice at ÃÛÌÒAPP equips you for pre-law major or a career in one of the many fields related to justice such as special agents/federal investigations, emergency and social services, courts, policing, homeland security, counterterrorism, juvenile counseling, adult probation/parole and corporate security management.
Courses in the program focus upon social problems such as crime, violence, drugs, gangs, terrorism, sexual assault, prisons and juvenile delinquency. The intriguing curriculum explores human behavior, social policies, forensics, counseling, trials, rehabilitation and research and management.
This program, available as a residential or online program, is designed to merge academic knowledge with applied experience. The courses encompass a variety of components that prepare you for career entry, promotion, federal employment and/or graduate study.
Criminal Justice Courses You May Take
Introduction to Criminal Justice: History and philosophy of criminal justice and ethical considerations; crime defined; its nature and impact; overview of criminal justice system; law enforcement; court system; prosecution and defense; trial process; corrections.
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