Justice Studies - Criminal Justice
Learn the skills to help make the world more secure.
Berkeley College’s Bachelor’s and Associate’s degree programs in Justice Studies - Criminal Justice provide students with a comprehensive foundation in this important field. Armed with a combination of knowledge gained in the classroom and hands-on instruction from faculty with professional experience, graduates are prepared to enter a variety of careers in a wide range of organizations. Students take courses that focus on the theoretical, practical, technological, and management skills required for success in the field of criminal justice. Program-related group excursions and guest speakers from various areas of criminal justice are also an essential part of the career-focused program.
Benefit from:
- A curriculum that examines:
- The causes of crime
- Criminal law and procedure
- The role of law enforcement
- Forensic science
- Research methods
- Practical career preparation
- Exciting courses in specialized areas, such as:
- Terrorism
- Cyber Crime
- Global Security
- Intelligence
- Criminal Investigations
- The opportunity to analyze emerging issues and focus studies in a concentration such as:
- Cyber Security
- Homeland Security
- Investigations and Security
- Police Studies
- Social Justice
- Social Welfare
- Many Berkeley College programs include an internship, job-related assignment, or practicum for a valuable learning experience
- A seamless transition between Associate’s and Bachelor’s degrees
Degree Programs