Program Overview
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Receive dynamic and intensive instruction in all aspects of the Criminal Justice system. Examine case studies in criminal forensics, domestic and family law issues, integration of criminal law, criminal procedure, and contemporary issues in corrections. The senior capstone involves a real-time investigative assignment and presentation to a panel of law enforcement professionals.
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°Õ³ó±ðÌýBachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice provides dynamic and intensive instruction in all aspects of the Criminal Justice system. The program expands upon the core knowledge and skills attained by students in the Associate in Science Degree in Criminal Justice.
The program exposes students to a more rigorous study of Criminal Justice topics like Case Studies in Criminal Forensics, Domestic & Family Law Issues, Integration of Criminal Law & Criminal Procedure, and Contemporary Issues in Corrections. Students are also provided with the opportunity to choose courses that focus on Digital Forensics or more traditional Criminal Justice topics in designated terms.
Students are exposed to various specialized disciplines in criminal justice such as domestic terrorism, ethics, financial and white-collar crimes, corporate and private security, and administrative issues. Students will also study police operations, including traffic enforcement, report writing, use of force issues, critical incident tactics and advanced investigation techniques.
Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice students will utilize the skills and knowledge acquired in each term to participate in a challenging multi-session Criminal Justice Senior Capstone in their final term. The Criminal Justice Senior Capstone Project is a real-time investigative assignment beginning with a mock crime event and involves gathering information from victims and/or witnesses, processing the crime scene, and culminates with drafting a comprehensive report and evidence portfolio that will be presented to a panel of law enforcement professionals.
In the final term, students may have the option to participate in a Criminal Justice Senior Internship where they will work with criminal justice professionals in the community. During this Senior Internship, students will have opportunities to apply classroom training to real life situations in various police departments, courts, correctional facilities, and investigative agencies and gain first-hand knowledge of the criminal justice system.
Graduates of this program will be qualified to seek entry-level employment in a number of challenging criminal justice professions, such as police officer, state trooper, correctional officer, court officer, criminal justice counselor, federal law enforcement officer, private security officer, crime scene investigator, corporate loss prevention, and insurance claims investigator. (Please note: a criminal record may affect a graduate’s ability to qualify for some law enforcement positions.)
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Potential Career Opportunities
Graduates of our Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice will be eligible for a number of exciting career opportunities. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, police and detectives will experience a five percent spike in job growth between 2019 and 2029, a faster rate than projected for most other careers. Individuals with a degree in criminal justice can work in law enforcement, emergency management and across the criminal justice system. Many go on to work as police officers and correctional treatment specialists. Other potential career paths include:
Digital Forensics Specialist
FBI – Cybersecurity Analyst
Information Security Analyst
Probation Officer
Treatment Specialist
Border Patrol Agent
FAQ
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Is a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice worth it?
Many criminal justice professionals have received a bachelor’s degree in the subject. These programs qualify criminal justice students to work as probation officers, investigators, and law enforcement teachers after graduation. Criminal justice graduates may also pursue additional education, enroll in law school or equivalent online programs.
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What does a criminal justice degree fall under?
Criminal justice programs typically fall under law enforcement, but some institutions may consider them interdisciplinary subjects, covering everything from law, to psychology, sociology, public administration, and more.
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What can you do after your bachelor’s degree in criminal justice?
A bachelor’s degree in criminal justice will prepare you for a number of different career opportunities, including criminal investigator, private detective, first-line police supervisor, and more. Students can also pursue a master’s degree in criminal justice to sharpen their critical skills and qualify for promotions and career advancement.