Criminal Justice, BS
The Bachelors of Science in criminal justice provide students with interdisciplinary views of the criminal justice system. Students in this major will be required to complete 48-semester hours of credit beyond the general education requirements. The curriculum explores theories related to the causation of crime and criminal behavior as well as the meaning and application of legal principles directly impacting law enforcement, court systems, and the correctional environments. This program nurtures a realistic understanding of the study of crime and its impact on society. Students in this program will be introduced to instructors whose professional experience enhances understanding of the criminal justice field. The combination of theoretical and practical knowledge will help better prepare students for criminal justice careers as well as advanced academic study.
Core Curriculum
Criminology Cluster (9) CJ2
Criminal Procedure Cluster (9) CJ4
The Juvenile System Cluster (9) CJ3
Criminal Justice Communications Cluster (9) CJ2
Law Enforcement and Corrections Cluster (9) CJ5
Elective cluster in Criminal Justice (9) CJ10
Prerequisite: ICJ 10100, ICJ 21000, ICJ 34500
Note: In special circumstances and with the permission of faculty advisor, ICJ 49200-49699 (1 -3) may substitute in one of the above clusters.
Students must also complete: