Thomas Harriot College of Arts and Sciences
Criminal Justice (BS)/Criminology (Minor)
Program Purpose
The purpose of the Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice is to prepare students seeking to enter and excel in the areas of law enforcement, courts, institutional and community corrections, and juvenile justice. The degree also seeks to prepare students for further advanced study in criminal justice or affiliated disciplines.
Learning Outcomes
Corrections
BSCJ students will demonstrate fundamental knowledge of corrections.
Criminal Law
BSCJ students will demonstrate fundamental knowledge of criminal law.
Criminological Theory
Students will demonstrate knowledge of the major explanations of criminological theory, historical context, and the application of theory to address criminal behavior, crime trends, and criminal justice policies.
Cultural Awareness
Students will demonstrate knowledge of how inequality and cultural diversity affect criminological phenomena.
Cultural Beliefs and Values
BSCJ students will demonstrate fundamental knowledge of cultural beliefs, values, and sensibilities.
Ethical Principles
BSCJ students will demonstrate fundamental knowledge of ethical principles and the application of such principles in leadership.
Juvenile Justice
BSCJ students will demonstrate fundamental knowledge of the juvenile justice system and processes.
Law Enforcement
BSCJ students will demonstrate fundamental knowledge of law enforcement.
Research Methods
BSCJ students will demonstrate fundamental knowledge and appreciation of the process of research.
Statistics
BSCJ students will demonstrate fundamental knowledge of statistics and interpretation.