Program Overview

Justice Studies - Criminal Justice Bachelor of Science Degree (BS)

The Justice Studies - Criminal Justice Bachelor of Science Degree (BS) program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the criminal justice system and its various components. The program aims to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and critical thinking abilities necessary to succeed in careers related to criminal justice.

College and Program Learning Objectives

The program learning objectives are designed to ensure that students achieve a deep understanding of the subject matter and develop the skills necessary to apply their knowledge in real-world settings.

Course Requirements

The program requires students to complete a minimum of 120 semester credit hours, including:

Major Core Courses

• CIS1115 Computer Applications (3 Credits): Provides an introduction to computer technology with an emphasis on applications.
• JUS1100 Introduction to Justice Studies (3 Credits): Introduces the major institutions of justice in society.
• JUS1110 Communication Skills for Criminal Justice Professionals (3 Credits): Examines the nature and importance of communication within the criminal justice system.
• JUS2000 Career Development (3 Credits): Introduces students to the fundamentals of career development and career planning.
• JUS2201 Criminal Procedure (3 Credits): Introduces the methods and body of rules by which criminal law functions in a free society.
• JUS2205 Criminal Law (3 Credits): Introduces the study of criminal law.
• JUS3307 Corrections, Probation, and Parole (3 Credits): Introduces the history and current state of corrections, probation, and parole in the United States.
• JUS4460 Capstone Project (3 Credits): The capstone experience is a culminating set of experiences that "captivate, encapsulate, synthesize, and demonstrate learning".
• JUS4483 Internship (3 Credits): Students work in a position related to their course of study while completing online course requirements.
• SOC2218 Police and Society (3 Credits): Introduces the history and traditions of American policing.
• SOC2220 Criminology (3 Credits): Introduces the various causes of crime in a free society.

Liberal Arts and Science Core Courses

• ENG1105 Writing and Research (3 Credits): An introduction to expository writing through a comprehensive survey of forms of composition.
• ENG2205 Writing Through Literature (3 Credits): Further develops the writing, reading, and interpretive abilities introduced in ENG1105.
• ENG3316 The Confident Writer (3 Credits): Explores a wide variety of non-fiction writing genres.
• HUM2225 Introduction to Ethics (3 Credits): Introduces the study of ethics and moral philosophy.
• MAT2215 Statistics I (3 Credits): Introduces statistical methods and procedures.
• SCI2230 Forensic Science (3 Credits): Focuses on the application of science to law.
• SOC1123 First Year Experience (3 Credits): Explores the challenges students most frequently face in pursuing and achieving a college degree.
• SOC2210 Introduction to Sociology (3 Credits): Examines the social institutions that shape and influence the behavior of the individual and groups.
• SOC2231 Human Relations (3 Credits): Students develop the interpersonal skills known to be key ingredients for successful everyday interactions.

Electives

• English Elective (3 Credits)
• Humanities Elective (3 Credits)
• Mathematics/Science Elective (3 Credits)
• Liberal Arts Electives (24 Credits)
• Free Electives (9 Credits)

Major Concentrations

The program offers several major concentrations, including:

• Crime Scene Investigation (CSI) Forensics
  • JUS2225 Criminal Investigations (3 Credits)
  • JUS3330 Crime Scene Investigation (3 Credits)
  • SOC4422 Forensic Psychology (3 Credits)
  • NTS4402 Digital Forensics (3 Credits)
• Police Studies
  • JUS2225 Criminal Investigations (3 Credits)
  • JUS3301 Police Administration and Management (3 Credits)
  • JUS3302 Homeland Security (3 Credits)
  • LAW3320 Constitutional Law (3 Credits)
• Homeland Security
  • NTS2215 Introduction to Emergency Management (3 Credits)
  • JUS3302 Homeland Security (3 Credits)
  • JUS3314 Introduction to Intelligence (3 Credits)
  • JUS3315 Terrorism (3 Credits)
• Cyber Security
  • ITM3300 Fundamentals of Network Security (3 Credits)
  • NTS3308 Systems Security and Auditing (3 Credits)
  • JUS4403 Cyber Crime (3 Credits)
  • NTS4402 Digital Forensics (3 Credits)
• Investigations and Security
  • JUS2225 Criminal Investigations (3 Credits)
  • JUS4402 Private Security Management (3 Credits)
  • JUS4404 White Collar Crime (3 Credits)
  • JUS4407 Global Security (3 Credits)
• Social Justice
  • JUS2235 Juvenile Justice (3 Credits)
  • HUM3355 Social Justice Issues (3 Credits)
  • SOC3320 Gender, Race and Class (3 Credits)
  • SOC3360 Law and Society (3 Credits)
• Social Welfare
  • LAW2235 Immigration Law (3 Credits)
  • SCI3301 The Science of Addiction and Obsession (3 Credits)
  • SOC3320 Gender, Race and Class (3 Credits)
  • SOC3332 Understanding Social Behavior (3 Credits)
• Pre-Law
  • LAW1100 Introduction to Law (3 Credits)
  • Three Upper-Level Electives (3000/4000) selected from the following list (9 Credits)

Graduation Requirements

A minimum of 120 semester credit hours is required for graduation. Nine credits of Major Concentration courses must be at the 3000/4000 level, and 15 credits of Liberal Arts Electives must be at the 3000/4000 level.

Eligibility for Internships and Employment

Eligibility for some internships required to obtain a Berkeley College degree and employment opportunities in fields related to this program may require candidates to meet specific health requirements or pass criminal background checks prescribed by law. Applicants for whom such requirements may be matters of concern are strongly advised to contact an Admissions counselor prior to enrolling in this program.