Bachelor of Art - Criminal Justice
BA
DURATION
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2026
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
About : The Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice program provides a comprehensive overview of the criminal justice system, including law enforcement, courts, and corrections. It focuses on the social, political, and ethical implications of crime and justice. Students will engage in a mix of theoretical knowledge and practical applications to prepare for a career in the field. The program emphasizes critical thinking, communication skills, and a deep understanding of criminal law.
Career Outcomes : Graduates may pursue various career paths such as law enforcement officer, criminologist, forensic analyst, and probation officer. Other opportunities include roles in social services, juvenile justice, and public policy. This program equips students with skills applicable in multiple sectors related to justice and public safety.
A criminal justice career is exciting and rewarding. Whether investigating and preventing street crime, cybersecurity breaches or international terrorism, criminal justice graduates uphold the law and keep people safe.
At Kean, our criminal justice students receive immersive training in how to identify new potential safety threats and respond nimbly and swiftly to criminal activity in an ever-changing global environment.
They learn directly from experts in policing, law, counter-terrorism, corrections and cybersecurity and are prepared to enter those fields immediately upon graduation.