The criminal justice degree will prepare students to enter a field with many career options. Students will take courses in a wide variety of criminal justice-related topics that provide a solid foundation to jumpstart their career. Graduates have the opportunity begin their career in law enforcement (local, state, or federal) or in corrections (security, treatment, etc.). A criminal justice degree is also a solid foundation for those desiring to attend law school to become an attorney. For those already employed in the criminal justice field, a bachelor's degree will assist in career advancement and open up promotion opportunities.
Institutions offering the BS in Criminal Justice program have pre-evaluated Georgia's POST training curriculum for applicable credit for prior learning that can be used for degree completion.
Online learning has been incredibly helpful in allowing me to balance work and school. The flexibility it provides has helped me to continue my education without sacrificing employment opportunities or financial stability.
Criminal Justice
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The following 3 courses (9 Credit Hours) are offered as part of this collaborative agreement as a pathway to completing the Field of Study requirement. Field of Study requirements will vary by institution.
| Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CRJU 1100 | Introduction to Criminal Justice | 3 |
| CRJU 2100 | Introduction to Law Enforcement | 3 |
| CRJU 2200 | The Judicial Process | 3 |
| Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CRJU 3100 | Criminal Law | 3 |
| CRJU 3110 | Criminal Procedure | 3 |
| CRJU 3200 | Criminology | 3 |
| CRJU 3300 | Corrections | 3 |
| CRJU 3700 | Criminal Justice Research Methodology | 3 |
| CRJU 4700 | Ethical Issues in Criminal Justice | 3 |
| CRJU 4800 | Senior Capstone | 3 |
| Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CRJU 3250 | Crime and the Media | 3 |
| CRJU 3350 | Drugs in America | 3 |
| CRJU 3400 | Juvenile Delinquency and Justice | 3 |
| CRJU 3500 | Criminal Investigation | 3 |
| CRJU 3501 | Criminal Investigation II | 3 |
| CRJU 3600 | Criminal Justice Administration | 3 |
| CRJU 3710 | Special Topics in Criminal Justice | 3 |
| CRJU 3800 | Race, Ethnicity, and Criminal Justice | 3 |
| CRJU 3810 | Victimology | 3 |
| CRJU 4000 | Internship in Criminal Justice | 3 |
| CRJU 4110 | The Law of Criminal Evidence | 3 |
| CRJU 4200 | Profiling the Serial Offender | 3 |
| CRJU 4210 | Terrorism and Criminal Justice System | 3 |
| CRJU 4300 | Community Corrections | 3 |
| CRJU 4350 | Family Violence | 3 |
| CRJU 4500 | Management of Forensics | 3 |
| CRJU 4600 | Police Practices and Issues | 3 |
| POLS 3100 | Constitutional Law | 3 |
| PSYC 3850 | Forensic Psychology | 3 |
| SOCI 3800 | Development of Criminal Behavior | 3 |
The criminal justice degree with a concentration in law enforcement is tailored to those students who already know they want a career in law enforcement. This degree program provides students with the knowledge of fair and ethical police practices, investigative skills in a variety of specialties, crime control and prevention techniques, and leadership skills. Students already employed in law enforcement will find this degree program will supplement and enhance their current knowledge, skills, and abilities. The B.S. in Criminal Justice will also assist current officers in obtaining promotions and leadership opportunities that can influence current and future generations of law enforcement officers.
* Pick 4 courses from the following:
| Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CRJU 3500 | Criminal Investigation | 3 |
| CRJU 3501 | Criminal Investigation II | 3 |
| CRJU 3600 | Criminal Justice Administration | 3 |
| CRJU 3810 | Victimology | 3 |
| CRJU 4600 | Police Practices and Issues | 3 |
| Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CRJU 3250 | Crime and the Media | 3 |
| CRJU 3350 | Drugs in America | 3 |
| CRJU 3400 | Juvenile Delinquency and Justice | 3 |
| CRJU 3710 | Special Topics in Criminal Justice | 3 |
| CRJU 3800 | Race, Ethnicity, and Criminal Justice | 3 |
| CRJU 4000 | Internship in Criminal Justice | 3 |
| CRJU 4110 | The Law of Criminal Evidence | 3 |
| CRJU 4200 | Profiling the Serial Offender | 3 |
| CRJU 4210 | Terrorism and Criminal Justice System | 3 |
| CRJU 4300 | Community Corrections | 3 |
| CRJU 4350 | Family Violence | 3 |
| CRJU 4500 | Management of Forensics | 3 |
| POLS 3100 | Constitutional Law | 3 |
| PSYC 3850 | Forensic Psychology | 3 |
| SOCI 3800 | Development of Criminal Behavior | 3 |
Courses in the pre-law concentration are tailored toward the student who is interested in learning more about the structure of law, case law, principles of law, and justice. A concentration in pre-law will help students determine if law school is a good choice for them. It is not a substitute for preparing for the Law School Admission Test (LSAT).
* Pick 4 courses from the following:
| Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CRJU 3800 | Race, Ethnicity, and Criminal Justice | 3 |
| CRJU 3810 | Victimology | 3 |
| CRJU 4110 | The Law of Criminal Evidence | 3 |
| CRJU 4500 | Management of Forensics | 3 |
| POLS 3100 | Constitutional Law | 3 |
| Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CRJU 3250 | Crime and the Media | 3 |
| CRJU 3350 | Drugs in America | 3 |
| CRJU 3400 | Juvenile Delinquency and Justice | 3 |
| CRJU 3500 | Criminal Investigation | 3 |
| CRJU 3501 | Criminal Investigation II | 3 |
| CRJU 3600 | Criminal Justice Administration | 3 |
| CRJU 3710 | Special Topics in Criminal Justice | 3 |
| CRJU 4000 | Internship in Criminal Justice | 3 |
| CRJU 4200 | Profiling the Serial Offender | 3 |
| CRJU 4210 | Terrorism and Criminal Justice System | 3 |
| CRJU 4300 | Community Corrections | 3 |
| CRJU 4350 | Family Violence | 3 |
| CRJU 4600 | Police Practices and Issues | 3 |
| PSYC 3850 | Forensic Psychology | 3 |
| SOCI 3800 | Development of Criminal Behavior | 3 |
| Course | Course Title | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| CRJU 1100 | Introduction to Criminal Justice | |
| CRJU 2100 | Introduction to Law Enforcement | |
| CRJU 2200 | The Judicial Process | |
| CRJU 3100 | Criminal Law | |
| CRJU 3110 | Criminal Procedure | |
| CRJU 3200 | Criminology | |
| CRJU 3300 | Corrections | |
| CRJU 3350 | Drugs in America | |
| CRJU 3500 | Criminal Investigation | |
| CRJU 3501 | Criminal Investigation II | |
| CRJU 3600 | Criminal Justice Administration | |
| CRJU 3700 | Criminal Justice Research Methodology | |
| CRJU 3810 | Victimology | |
| CRJU 4110 | The Law of Criminal Evidence | |
| CRJU 4350 | Family Violence | |
| CRJU 4600 | Police Practices and Issues | |
| CRJU 4700 | Ethical Issues in Criminal Justice | |
| CRJU 4800 | Senior Capstone | |
| POLS 3100 | Constitutional Law | |
| SOCI 3800 | Development of Criminal Behavior |
| Course | Course Title | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| CRJU 1100 | Introduction to Criminal Justice | |
| CRJU 2100 | Introduction to Law Enforcement | |
| CRJU 2200 | The Judicial Process | |
| CRJU 3100 | Criminal Law | |
| CRJU 3110 | Criminal Procedure | |
| CRJU 3200 | Criminology | |
| CRJU 3250 | Crime and the Media | |
| CRJU 3300 | Corrections | |
| CRJU 3400 | Juvenile Delinquency and Justice | |
| CRJU 3500 | Criminal Investigation | |
| CRJU 3501 | Criminal Investigation II | |
| CRJU 3700 | Criminal Justice Research Methodology | |
| CRJU 3800 | Race, Ethnicity, and Criminal Justice | |
| CRJU 4200 | Profiling the Serial Offender | |
| CRJU 4210 | Terrorism and Criminal Justice System | |
| CRJU 4300 | Community Corrections | |
| CRJU 4500 | Management of Forensics | |
| CRJU 4700 | Ethical Issues in Criminal Justice | |
| CRJU 4800 | Senior Capstone | |
| PSYC 3850 | Forensic Psychology |
| Course | Course Title | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| CRJU 1100 | Introduction to Criminal Justice | |
| CRJU 2100 | Introduction to Law Enforcement | |
| CRJU 2200 | The Judicial Process | |
| CRJU 3100 | Criminal Law | |
| CRJU 3110 | Criminal Procedure | |
| CRJU 3200 | Criminology | |
| CRJU 3250 | Crime and the Media | Odd Years |
| CRJU 3300 | Corrections | |
| CRJU 3700 | Criminal Justice Research Methodology | |
| CRJU 3800 | Race, Ethnicity, and Criminal Justice | Even Years |
| CRJU 4700 | Ethical Issues in Criminal Justice | |
| CRJU 4800 | Senior Capstone | |
| CRJU 4110 | The Law of Criminal Evidence | Even Years |
| CRJU 4350 | Family Violence | Odd Years |
| PSYC 3850 | Forensic Psychology | Even Years |
| SOCI 3800 | Development of Criminal Behavior | Odd Years |
*Course schedules are subject to change based on enrollments and demand
