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Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice

The Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice is a 182-credit-hour program that is offered online and at the Colorado campuses. The program consists of 66 credit hours of general education requirements; 56 credit hours devoted to the criminal justice core; and 60 credit hours consisting of the general track plus ten elective options.

The Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice degree program is designed for individuals seeking to begin or advance their education in the law enforcement, corrections, or judicial fields. The curriculum serves as preparation for students interested in serving the diverse needs of the criminal justice system. It is designed to provide 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 help students prepare for positions of responsibility and leadership within the criminal justice community.

 

This program does not lead to additional licensure or certification.  As such, CTU has made no determination regarding prerequisites for licensure or certification in any state or jurisdiction.

Mission Statement

The mission of the College of Security Studies is to offer degrees in criminal justice, homeland security, and cybersecurity to create the professionals that will address issues these fields are facing today and likely to confront tomorrow. The College anticipates industry and enterprise trends that have significant societal impact in order to provide diverse programs that cultivate professional competencies, critical-thinking, ethical decision-making, and cultural sensitivity to promote social justice and global security.

 

Outcomes

Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Prepares the student to:

  • 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

BSCJ Program Learning Outcomes

  • Demonstrate knowledge and application of criminal justice principles
  • Demonstrate knowledge of the psychological and sociological dimensions of human behavior and crime
  • Identify basic concepts relating to law enforcement, corrections and the courts
  • Examine and integrate the emerging trends in the criminal justice system

Degree Requirements

Courses: General Education

CJUS261Ethics in Criminal Justice

4.5

COMS201Technical and Professional Writing

4.5
 
COMS105Interpersonal Communication

4.5
or
COMS203Speech Communications

4.5
 
ENGL104Introductory Written Communication

4.5
ENGL105Professional Written Communications

4.5
HIST101Modern American History: 1950 to the 21st Century

4.5

MATH102Introduction to College Math

4.5

MATH106Algebra for Business

4.5

POLS101Introduction to Political Science

4.5
PSYC102Introductory Psychology

4.5

SCI101Introduction to the Sciences

4.5

SCI103Science and Technology- Laboratory Course

1.5

SCI201Environmental Science and Sustainability

4.5

SCI203Environmental Science and Sustainability - Laboratory Course

1.5

SOCL102Introductory Sociology

4.5

UNIV104Academic and Career Success

4.5

Total Credit Hours:66

Courses: Core

CJUS141Introduction to Criminal Justice

4

CJUS201Law Enforcement Operations and Report Writing

4

CJUS254Introduction to Homeland Security

4

CJUS263American Corrections

4

CJUS280Victimology

4

CJUS285Juvenile Delinquency

4

CJUS290Criminal Law

4

CJUS343Criminology

4

CJUS375Criminal Procedure

4

CJUS440The Laws of Evidence

4

PBAD201Public Administration

4

PSYC210Social Psychology

4

PSYC337Abnormal Psychology in the Workplace

4

UNIV201Career Planning and Management

4

Total Credit Hours:56

Courses: Concentration

CJFI360Introduction to Criminalistics

4

CJUS430Data Analysis in Criminal Justice

4

CJUS448Criminal Investigation

4

CJUS460Interview and Interrogation

4

CJUS484Criminal Justice Capstone

4

 
ELESelect 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

CJFI430Medico-Legal Death Investigations

4

CJUS275Security Management

4

CJHS311Study of Alcohol Use and Abuse

5

CJHS315Child Abuse

4

CJUS350Community Corrections

4

CJUS352Community Policing

4

CJUS354Criminal Courts

4

CJUS356Loss Prevention

4

CJUS360Legal Elements of Fraud

4

CJUS380White Collar and Financial Crimes

4

CJUS385Fraud Prevention & Deterrence

4

CJUS420Family and Domestic Violence

4

CJUS422Probation and Parole

4

CJUS424Constitutional Law

4

CJUS434Terrorism and Organized Crime

4

CJUS450Forensic Criminology

4

CJHS470Sex Crimes

4
LANG100Survival Spanish

4

PSYC436Introduction to Criminal Profiling

4

SOCL325Licit and Illicit Drugs

4

Total Credit Hours: 182

 

Locations

  • Colorado Springs
  • Aurora (Denver Area)
  • Virtual Campus

Area of Study

  • Security Studies & Criminal Justice

Degree Level

  • Bachelor