Criminal Justice
Degree Title:
Bachelor of Science in Behavioral Sciences, Criminal Justice Concentration
Bachelor of Science in Behavioral Sciences, Criminal Justice Concentration
Criminal justice focuses on how societies define, respond to, and prevent crime. Students explore the major parts of the criminal justice system, including law enforcement, courts, and corrections, while also examining the social, legal, and ethical issues that shape public safety and justice. Through the study of law, criminology, policy, and human behavior, the criminal justice concentration provides a strong foundation for students pursuing careers in criminal justice and related fields. It also serves as a valuable area of study for students interested in law, history, political science, social work, sociology, business, development, emergency services, healthcare, and other professions where understanding justice systems, social issues, and human behavior is important.
Overview
- Program Type: Bachelors Degree
- Program Length: 120 Credits
- Format: On-Campus
- Program Entry: Typically August or January
- Entry Deadline for August: July 15
- Entry Deadline for January: November 15
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Cost
Costs for undergraduate programs are posted in the Andrews University Bulletin at bulletin.andrews.edu and the AU Student Financial Services page at andrews.edu/services/sfs.
To receive a degree from Andrews University, students must complete 120 credits, which includes the requirements for their chosen Major and Andrews Core Experience (ACE). Some students may also need general electives to reach the 120 credits or may elect to add a minor or additional major.
Official requirements for baccalaureate degrees are found in the Andrews University Bulletin at bulletin.andrews.edu
Official requirements for baccalaureate degrees are found in the Andrews University Bulletin at bulletin.andrews.edu
BS Behavioral Sciences: Criminal Justice Requirements
CORE REQUIREMENTS - 24 credits
Choose one of the following:
CONCENTRATION REQUIREMENTS - 24 credits
Choose 6 credits from the following courses in consultation with your advisor:
NOTES
The School of Social & Behavioral Sciences regularily offers tours during the summer which allow students to learn through cultural immersion and hands on practical training. Find out more on our Study Tours page.
- ANTH200 Cultural Anthropology (3)
- BHSC110 Careers & Plans for Behavioral Sciences (0)
- BHSC225 Global Social Issues (0)
- PSYC101 Introduction to Psychology (3)
- SOCI119 Principles of Sociology (3)
- BHSC230 Research Methods I (3)
- SOCI432 Research Methods II (3)
Choose one of the following:
- ANTH417 Cultural & Developmental Anthropology (3)
- PSYC450 Social Psychology (3)
- SOCI474 Social Thought and Theory (3)
CONCENTRATION REQUIREMENTS - 24 credits
- SOCI215 Intro to Criminal Justice (3)
- SOCI255 Juvenile Delinquency (3)
- LGST260 Intro to American Law (3)
- LGST335 Criminal Law (3)
- PLSC326 American Political Institutions: Judiciary (3)
- SOCI235 Police Organization, Administration, & Community Dynamics (3)
Choose 6 credits from the following courses in consultation with your advisor:
- PSYC315 Organization & Human Resources (3)
- PSYC460 Psychology of Abnormal Behavior (3)
- SOCI350 Social Policy (2)
- SOCI366 Drugs & Behavior (3)
- SOCI408 Emergency Preparedness (2)
- SOCI425 Racial & Ethnic Relations (3)
- SOCI430 Gender Roles in Contemporary Society (3)
- SOCI433 Research Methods III (3)
- SOCI434 Research Methods IV (3)
- SOCI445 Emergency Planning (2)
- SOCI449 Disaster Response & Emergency Operations (2)
- SOCI460 Death & Grief in Contemporary Society (2)
- SOCI474 Social Thought & Theory (3)
- SOCI478 Principles & Practice of Hazards Mitigation (3)
- SOCI480 Field Experience (1-2)
- SOCI497 Internship (1-2)
- SOCI498 Research Project in Sociology (0-3)
NOTES
- A minimum of 18 credits must be from courses numbered 300 or above
The School of Social & Behavioral Sciences regularily offers tours during the summer which allow students to learn through cultural immersion and hands on practical training. Find out more on our Study Tours page.
Sample Four-Year Plan
FIRST YEAR
SECOND YEAR
THIRD YEAR
FOURTH YEAR
A typical four year plan is based on a full time load of 15-16 credits per semester in the Fall (August-December) and Spring (January-May) semesters. Students may elect to take courses in the summers for lighter courseloads in the fall and spring or to accellerate completion. A typical summer load is 3-6 credits for part-time study and 9-12 credits for full time study.
- SOCI215 Intro to Criminal Justice (3)
- BHSC110 Careers & Plans for BHSC (0)
- BHSC225 Global Social Issues (3)
- SOCI119 Principles of Sociology (3)
- LGST260 Intro to American Law (3)
- Choose an ACE Math Course (3-4)
- COMM104 Communication Skills (3)
- ENGL115/117 College Writing I (3)
- ENGL215 College Writing II (3)
- Choose RELT100 God in Human life (3) or RELB210 Jesus in His Time & Ours (3)
- HLED135 Wellbeing 360° (3)
SECOND YEAR
- SOCI255 Juvenile Delinquency (3)
- PSYC101 Intro to Psychology (3)
- SOCI235 Police Organization, Administration, & Community Dynamics (3)
- ANTH200 Cultural Anthropology (3)
- Choose a Religion Course (3)
- Choose a Fine Arts/Humanities Theory Course (3)
- Choose a Fine Arts/Humanities ACE Course (3)
- Choose a Natural Science course (4-5)
- HIST110 Worldviews, Cultures, & Gods (3)
- Choose a general elective or minor requirement (3)
THIRD YEAR
- BHSC230 Research Methods I (3)
- SOCI432 Research Methods II (3)
- Choose a concentration elective (3)
- Choose a Religion Course (3)
- LGST335 Criminal Law (3)
- Choose general electives or minor requirements (15)
FOURTH YEAR
- PLSC326 American Political Institutions: Judiciary (3)
- Choose a concentration elective (3)
- Choose two: ANTH417 Cultural & Developmental Anthropology (3), PSYC450 Social Psychology (3), SOCI474 Social Thought and Theory (3)
- Choose a Religion Course (3)
- Choose general electives or minor requirements (14)
A typical four year plan is based on a full time load of 15-16 credits per semester in the Fall (August-December) and Spring (January-May) semesters. Students may elect to take courses in the summers for lighter courseloads in the fall and spring or to accellerate completion. A typical summer load is 3-6 credits for part-time study and 9-12 credits for full time study.
Andrews Core Experience
Andrews Core Experience courses are required for all undergraduate students regardless of major. These courses count towards the 120 total credits for a degree and are included in the four-year-plan above. For students who are accepted into the J.N. Andrews Honors Program, the SAGES curriculum replaces the Andrews Core Experience Requirements - find out more at andrews.edu/services/honors.
Official requirements for the Andrews Core Experience are found in the Andrews University Bulletin at bulletin.andrews.edu
Official requirements for the Andrews Core Experience are found in the Andrews University Bulletin at bulletin.andrews.edu
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