Criminology
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Program Delivery
Residential Program
Degree Designation
Bachelor of Science
Program Level
Undergraduate
Program Type
Major
College
College of Arts & Sciences
School/Department(s)
Program Description
The Criminology major is designed to provide an education exploring empirical and theoretical approaches to crime and criminal behavior.
As an interdisciplinary major, this program draws on preparatory/introductory and advanced courses across fields of study including criminology, psychology, sociology, and the sciences. These courses emphasize foundational and advanced skills-based learning, critical thinking, and analysis. Students who major in Criminology will also have the opportunity to engage in experiential learning opportunities or conduct research independently or with guided faculty mentorship.
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Outcome
Provide students an educational pathway to understand crime and criminal behavior in preparation for a career focused on social and human service occupations related to criminal, juvenile, and social justice
Outcome
Critically apply criminological principles to situations related to crime, specific contexts, policies, and practices
Outcome
Develop a fundamental commitment to ethical research, analysis, and practice, and will demonstrate the ability to apply these principles to careers in criminology or related fields
Outcome
Acquire the methodological, analytical, and cultural skills needed to interpret available information related to crime and criminal behavior
Admission Criteria
There is no additional criteria to declare this major.