The University of Texas Permian Basin Online
Bachelor of Science in Criminology and Criminal Justice StudiesOnline USA
DURATION
4 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
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STUDY FORMAT
Distance Learning
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Key Summary
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Introduction
Our online Bachelor of Science in Criminology and Criminal Justice Studies program was created for students who wish to protect and serve their community while bringing about constructive change to the criminal justice system from within. Through this comprehensive and affordable program, you’ll learn about all aspects of the criminal justice system including corrections, courts, and law enforcement. Our program uses a multi-disciplinary approach, offering classes from other departments that work closely with the criminal justice profession. The program is comprised of a robust, research-based curriculum. Program courses are taught by faculty who have worked extensively in the criminal justice field.
Whether you’re a student seeking a major in an increasingly topical field or a current criminal justice professional looking for new skills and credentials to set you apart, you’ll find this program invaluable. Current criminal justice professionals will also appreciate our flexible online courses that accommodate shift work and allow you to complete coursework at your convenience. When you finish your online program, you’ll receive the same respected degree as you would through our campus-based program.
Admissions
Curriculum
General Education
Students must complete 42 credits from the following areas of study to complete general education requirements. For Creative Arts - 3 credit hours are required, and for Life/Physical Science - 8 credit hours are required. 3 or 4 Mathematic sch are required. If a 3 credit hours Mathematics course is selected, 1 credit hour is required as a Component area. For Social/Behavioral Science - 3 credit hours are required. See the catalog for the full list of options or reach out to a faculty member for questions about the courses for this program.
- ENGL 1301 - Composition I - 16 weeks - 3 credits
- ENGL 1302 - Composition II - 16 weeks - 3 credits
- HIST 1301 - History of the United States to 1877 - 16 weeks - 3 credits
- HIST 1302 - History of the United States Since 1877 - 16 weeks - 3 credits
- ENGL 2322 - British Literature to 1800 - 16 weeks - 3 credits
- ENGL 2323 - British Literature Since 1800 - 16 weeks - 3 credits
- ENGL 2327 - American Literature to 1865 - 16 weeks - 3 credits
- ENGL 2328 - American Literature Since 1865 - 16 weeks - 3 credits
- COMM 1301 - Introduction to the Study of Communication - 8 weeks - 3 credits
- MATH 1314 - College Algebra - 8 weeks - 4 credits
- MATH 1324 - Applications of Discrete Mathematics - 8 weeks - 3 credits
- MATH 1332 - Contemporary Mathematics I - 16 weeks - 3 credits
- MATH 2412 - Precalculus - 8 weeks - 4 credits
- PLSC 2305 - American National Politics - 8 weeks - 3 credits
- PLSC 2306 - State and Local Politics - 8 weeks - 3 credits
- COMM 1315 - Introduction to Public Speaking - 8 weeks - 3 credits
Criminology and Criminal Justice Studies Required Courses
The Bachelor in Science in Criminology and Criminal Justice Studies online requires a minimum of 21 credit hours (7 courses).
- CCJS 1301 - Introduction to Criminal Justice Studies - 16 weeks - 3 credits
- CCJS 3302 - Research Methods in Criminal Justice - 16 weeks - 3 credits
- CCJS 4303 - Theories of Criminal Behavior - 16 weeks - 3 credits
- CCJS 4307 - Senior Internship - 16 weeks - 3 credits
- CCJS 4308 - Senior Seminar - 16 weeks - 3 credits
Criminology and Criminal Justice Studies Elective Courses
Electives are to be selected from the courses listed below.
- CCJS 3320 - Juvenile Delinquency and Justice - 16 weeks - 3 credits
- CCJS 3344 - Probation and Parole - 16 weeks - 3 credits
- CCJS 3360 - Criminal Justice Administration - 16 weeks - 3 credits
- CCJS 3361 - Child Abuse and Neglect - 16 weeks - 3 credits
- CCJS 3389 - Selected Topics - 16 weeks - 3 credits
- CCJS 4340 - Violence and Murder in the Family - 16 weeks - 3 credits
- CCJS 4341 - Terrorism - 16 weeks - 3 credits
- CCJS 4342 - Police and the Community - 16 weeks - 3 credits
- CCJS 4360 - Ethics in Criminal Justice - 16 weeks - 3 credits
- CCJS 4361 - Drugs and Behavior - 16 weeks - 3 credits
- CCJS 4389 - Selected Topics - 16 weeks - 3 credits
Career Opportunities
A BS in criminology and criminal justice studies from The University of Texas Permian Basin can help prepare you to succeed in a broad range of roles, including:
- Probation Officer
- Crime Scene Investigator
- Forensic Science Technician
- Child Protective Services Investigator
- Correctional Officer
- Police Officer
- State Trooper