BA in Criminology in Peoria United States | Bradley University

The criminology program immerses students in the intricate workings of the justice system, covering policing, judicial processes, correctional facilities, and reintegration programs.

This curriculum blends academic theory with real-world applications regarding criminal behavior and societal responses. Classes investigate underlying factors of unlawful acts and optimal approaches for institutional and community interventions. Students gain interdisciplinary knowledge spanning historical contexts, social structures, governance principles, and related disciplines while analyzing subjects like legal statutes, cultural considerations, moral philosophy, human behavior, and aggression.

Upon completion, graduates may have engaged in:

Field placements with federal law enforcement, correctional institutions, municipal police departments, regional judicial systems, or similar organizations
Collaborative academic investigations with peers and professors
Professional growth opportunities through the Criminal Justice Student Association