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Master of Science in Criminal Justice - General Concentration

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Programme overview

Main Subject

Geography

Study Level

Masters

Recognized as a national leader in criminal justice education, the University of New Haven offers an exciting, 36-credit master’s degree program in criminal justice. Students in the program study alongside leading professionals in law enforcement, investigation, politics, forensic science, and law. Internship and research opportunities in the program lead to fulfilling careers in government agencies, court systems, and more. A total of 36 credits is required for the degree of master of science in criminal justice. Some students are required to complete an additional three credits (frequently CJST 6610 - Administration of Justice) if the graduate advisor finds that they do not have an adequate background in criminal justice. All degree candidates must complete the core curriculum. After consultation with an advisor, students select electives from a list of approved courses. The transfer of credit from other institutions is permitted subject to the Graduate School policy on transfer credit detailed elsewhere in this catalog. General Program CJST 6601 - Mental Health, Law, and Criminal Justice CJST 6605 - Theories of Criminal Behavior CJST 6611 - Research Methods in Criminal Justice CJST 6613 - Quantitative Applications in Criminal Justice Approved Electives (eight courses) Note(s): As an alternative to the general program, a student may select one of the following a concentration. However, all students must complete the four core classes listed above. CJST 6601 and CJST 6611 are offered in the fall term, and CJST 6605 and CJST 6613 in the winter term, each academic year. Concentrations Students may choose a more specialized program of study by selecting a concentration in forensic psychology, criminal justice management, forensic computer investigation, crime analysis, or victimology. In addition to these concentrations, students may elect to complete one of the graduate certificate programs available in criminal justice, forensic science, or fire science.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Geography

Study Level

Masters

Recognized as a national leader in criminal justice education, the University of New Haven offers an exciting, 36-credit master’s degree program in criminal justice. Students in the program study alongside leading professionals in law enforcement, investigation, politics, forensic science, and law. Internship and research opportunities in the program lead to fulfilling careers in government agencies, court systems, and more. A total of 36 credits is required for the degree of master of science in criminal justice. Some students are required to complete an additional three credits (frequently CJST 6610 - Administration of Justice) if the graduate advisor finds that they do not have an adequate background in criminal justice. All degree candidates must complete the core curriculum. After consultation with an advisor, students select electives from a list of approved courses. The transfer of credit from other institutions is permitted subject to the Graduate School policy on transfer credit detailed elsewhere in this catalog. General Program CJST 6601 - Mental Health, Law, and Criminal Justice CJST 6605 - Theories of Criminal Behavior CJST 6611 - Research Methods in Criminal Justice CJST 6613 - Quantitative Applications in Criminal Justice Approved Electives (eight courses) Note(s): As an alternative to the general program, a student may select one of the following a concentration. However, all students must complete the four core classes listed above. CJST 6601 and CJST 6611 are offered in the fall term, and CJST 6605 and CJST 6613 in the winter term, each academic year. Concentrations Students may choose a more specialized program of study by selecting a concentration in forensic psychology, criminal justice management, forensic computer investigation, crime analysis, or victimology. In addition to these concentrations, students may elect to complete one of the graduate certificate programs available in criminal justice, forensic science, or fire science.

Admission Requirements

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6.5+
Applicants must have a bachelor's degree completion from an accredited university or college. Other English Language Requirements: A minimum Pearson Test of English (PTE) score of 53 OR A minimum iTEP score of 3.7 OR An ELS Certificate of Completion of Level 112, English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Program.

Jan-2000

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