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Programme Duration

48 monthsProgramme duration

Main Subject Area

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Programme overview

Main Subject

Law and Legal Studies

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

Crime prevention, Law enforcement, Public service: You can explore these topics and more while studying for a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice. Explore the questions surrounding crime, punishment, and rehabilitation in your criminal justice major. Criminology, the theoretical basis of criminal justice, provides insight into human motivations and the forces behind aberrant and destructive behaviors. What you’ll study: You'll delve into case studies of crime as you learn constitutional issues, theories of crime causation, and the history and structure of the criminal justice system. You'll explore the rapidly expanding fields of law enforcement, courtroom services, corrections, and Homeland Security. Gain real-world knowledge of current law and policy. How you’ll learn more: Nova Southeastern University programs in criminal justice are comprehensive and reach the highest degree possible. This rigorous academic environment gives you advantages over more limited programs. NSU's partnership with the Broward County Sheriff's Office offers exceptional community-based opportunities. Where it can take you: Police officers are highly visible on the front lines, but you may choose one of the many behind-the-scenes roles of criminal justice. With a bachelor's degree in criminal justice, you can create your own path in fields such as security and criminal investigation, or follow a more traditional role in the courts. Your graduate school options include continuation in criminal justice, law school, and other social service degrees.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Law and Legal Studies

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

Crime prevention, Law enforcement, Public service: You can explore these topics and more while studying for a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice. Explore the questions surrounding crime, punishment, and rehabilitation in your criminal justice major. Criminology, the theoretical basis of criminal justice, provides insight into human motivations and the forces behind aberrant and destructive behaviors. What you’ll study: You'll delve into case studies of crime as you learn constitutional issues, theories of crime causation, and the history and structure of the criminal justice system. You'll explore the rapidly expanding fields of law enforcement, courtroom services, corrections, and Homeland Security. Gain real-world knowledge of current law and policy. How you’ll learn more: Nova Southeastern University programs in criminal justice are comprehensive and reach the highest degree possible. This rigorous academic environment gives you advantages over more limited programs. NSU's partnership with the Broward County Sheriff's Office offers exceptional community-based opportunities. Where it can take you: Police officers are highly visible on the front lines, but you may choose one of the many behind-the-scenes roles of criminal justice. With a bachelor's degree in criminal justice, you can create your own path in fields such as security and criminal investigation, or follow a more traditional role in the courts. Your graduate school options include continuation in criminal justice, law school, and other social service degrees.

Admission Requirements

6+

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