
Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Studies
Nashville, USA
DURATION
4 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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TUITION FEES
USD 28,590 / per semester *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* per 12-18 credit hours
Introduction
Trevecca's Bachelor of Science in criminal justice studies gives students the foundation for understanding the theories, practices, and challenges of law enforcement, the court system, and the correctional system.
This degree prepares you to serve your community and make a difference through a career in criminal justice.
Program Benefits
- Graduate with the skills you need to be competitive in the job market.
- Learn from faculty who possess high degrees in their fields, who have relevant and valuable real-world experience, and who make an effort to know you personally.
- Enjoy our small class sizes and supportive campus community.
- Take advantage of incredible internships and jobs available in the Nashville market.
What to Expect
As a student in Trevecca’s Bachelor of Science in criminal justice studies program, you’ll gain a solid foundation in criminal justice. You’ll grow your knowledge of the causes of crime and the impact of public policy decisions. You’ll come to understand the relationship of race, ethnicity, and poverty to criminal behavior, criminal prosecution, and crime victimization. You’ll also gain valuable hands-on learning in your senior practicum experience.
Our criminal justice studies program is centered around righting wrongs, healing brokenness, and serving communities. We examine the challenges of the criminal justice system through a Christian worldview. Your degree will position you to help change the world for the better as it prepares you for a career in criminal justice.
Why Choose Trevecca?
Founded in 1901 and a leader in online education for more than two decades, Trevecca helps students discover and pursue an individual calling by providing innovative instruction; cultivating a supportive, Christ-centered community; and establishing relationships that open doors.
Recognized nationally and locally for academic quality, Trevecca has earned a reputation for providing the world with servant leaders, problem solvers, and difference makers. Trevecca’s holistic approach to education encompasses intellectual, social, emotional, physical, and spiritual growth.
As a Christian university, we offer programs that explore the ways faith intersects with your field of study. This means you can gain your criminal justice studies degree in a supportive, Christian community with small classroom sizes and engaged faculty members who care about you and your goals.
Curriculum
General Education — 51 hours
Exception: SOC 2010 is required as Behavioral Choice in the Human Sciences Tier.
Major — 42 hours
Core Requirements — 36 hours
- CJS 2800 Introduction to Criminal Justice 3
- CJS 3000 Social Science Research Methods and Design 3
- CJS 3100 Criminal Investigation 3
- CJS 3110 Criminal Law and Procedure 3
- CJS 3360 Criminology 3
- CJS 3370 Juvenile Justice 3
- CJS 3410 Corrections 3
- CJS 3420 Policing in Society 3
- CJS 4000 Introduction to Emergency Management 3
- CJS 4100 Investigating Terrorism 3
- CJS 4400 Senior Seminar/Practicum in Criminal Justice Studies 3
- SWK 3350 Human Diversity 3
Electives in Criminal Justice — 6 hours
Minor — 18 hours
General Electives — 9 hours
Total Credit Hours: 120
Career Opportunities
With a Bachelor of Science in criminal justice studies, you’ll be ready to advance your career and make a difference in the world. Your degree will position you for roles like these:
- Law enforcement officer (federal, state, county, municipal agencies)
- Probation officer
- Parole officer
- Correctional officer (jails or prisons)
- Social service agencies (serving offenders and victims)
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