Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice
The Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice (BSCJ) degree program is designed for criminal justice professionals seeking to begin or advance a career in the law enforcement, corrections, or judicial fields. The curriculum serves as strong preparation for students interested in serving the diverse needs of the criminal justice system. It provides a solid foundation in the administration of justice, corrections, criminological theory, law adjudication, and law enforcement. The program emphasizes the development of communication skills and professional skills along with the technical knowledge that will prepare students for positions of responsibility and leadership within the criminal justice community.
BSCJ Program prepares the student to:
- Possess the knowledge and skills to help secure a position in the criminal justice field
- Identify the diverse needs of the criminal justice system and the public it serves
- Apply communication, professional skills and technical knowledge in the criminal justice field
Degree Requirements
Courses: General Education
| CJUS261 | Ethics in Criminal Justice | 4.5 |
| ENGL101 | Composition and Critical Thinking | 4.5 |
| ENGL103 | Composition: Writing and Research | 4.5 |
| COMS201 | Technical and Professional Writing | 4.5 |
| COMS203 | Speech Communications | 4.5 |
| IT102 | Computers and Information Technology Literacy | 4.5 |
| GOVT201 | American Government and Public Affairs | 4.5 |
| MATH102 | Introduction to College Math | 4.5 |
| MATH106 | Algebra for Business | 4.5 |
| PSYC102 | Introductory Psychology | 4.5 |
| SCI101 | Introduction to the Sciences | 4.5 |
| SCI103 | Science and Technology- Laboratory Course | 1.5 |
| SCI201 | Environmental Science and Sustainability | 4.5 |
| SCI203 | Environmental Science and Sustainability - Laboratory Course | 1.5 |
| SOCL102 | Introductory Sociology | 4.5 |
| UNIV104 | Academic and Career Success | 4.5 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 66 |
Courses: Core
Courses: Concentration
| CJFI360 | Introduction to Criminalistics | 4 |
| CJUS430 | Data Analysis in Criminal Justice | 4 |
| CJUS448 | Criminal Investigation | 4 |
| CJUS460 | Interview and Interrogation | 4 |
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| CJUS475 | Internship | 4 |
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| CJUS484 | Criminal Justice Capstone | 4 |
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| ELE | Select 40 credit hours of electives from the list below | 40 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 60 |
note that all courses are not offered at all campuses. Consult with your academic advisor.
Courses: Elective Choices
Total Credit Hours: 182
Locations
- Colorado Springs
- Aurora (Denver Area)
- Virtual Campus
Area of Study
- Security Studies & Criminal Justice