Bachelor of Arts in Criminology and Law Undergraduate Programme By University of Florida |TopUniversities
Starting Month

Jan-2000Starting Month

Programme overview

Main Subject

Sociology

Degree

Other

Study Level

Bachelor's

The Department of Sociology and Criminology and Law offers the largest interdisciplinary degree program at UF. Students seeking a degree in criminology and law will study the complexities of relationships among the legal, social, political, historical and psychological influences affecting law processes and crime and justice. Courses focus on explanations for the development of law within society, why people break laws and how society reacts to law-breaking. Interdisciplinary breadth in the study of criminology and law is essential for those majoring in criminology. Majors may enroll in relevant courses offered outside the department. After obtaining a B.A. in criminology and law, students can seek careers as professionals working within the criminal or juvenile justice systems (i.e., courts, law enforcement, corrections). Many students also attend law school, while others attend graduate school where they may conduct research on criminological issues.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Sociology

Degree

Other

Study Level

Bachelor's

The Department of Sociology and Criminology and Law offers the largest interdisciplinary degree program at UF. Students seeking a degree in criminology and law will study the complexities of relationships among the legal, social, political, historical and psychological influences affecting law processes and crime and justice. Courses focus on explanations for the development of law within society, why people break laws and how society reacts to law-breaking. Interdisciplinary breadth in the study of criminology and law is essential for those majoring in criminology. Majors may enroll in relevant courses offered outside the department. After obtaining a B.A. in criminology and law, students can seek careers as professionals working within the criminal or juvenile justice systems (i.e., courts, law enforcement, corrections). Many students also attend law school, while others attend graduate school where they may conduct research on criminological issues.

Admission Requirements

6+
80+
Other English language requirements: TOEFL PBT score of 550; MELAB: 77.

Jan-2000

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