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If you're pursuing a career in criminal justice—whether in law enforcement, court systems, corrections, security, investigations, or other related fields—you'll gain from a comprehensive grasp of criminal behavior motivations and society's responses to crime, including areas for improvement. The Bachelor of Science in Criminology and Criminal Justice equips students to analyze crime origins, the function of justice institutions in crime management, and crime's broader impacts.
The curriculum explores sociological, psychological, biological, and economic theories behind individual criminal acts, as well as geographic and temporal crime patterns. Students also examine the evolution, legal frameworks, and modern approaches to crime prevention through policing, judicial processes, incarceration, and community supervision systems.
Esteemed research faculty and seasoned justice professionals deliver this instruction, providing both academic rigor and real-world insights into criminal behavior. The program emphasizes practical learning through research projects, internships with over 200 partner agencies, international study options, and adaptable course formats available in-person, online, and at various campus locations.