Is the Online Justice Studies - Crime and Criminology Degree Right for You?
If a career focusing on understanding crime and criminal behavior interests you, go beyond a standard criminal justice degree and investigate SNHU's Justice Studies-Crime and Criminology online degree program. Our online Justice Studies-Crime and Criminology degree provides an interdisciplinary approach and broader scope of the justice system than a typical criminal justice degree offers.
Our BS in Justice Studies-Crime and Criminology degree is designed for busy professionals and enables students to complete course work while satisfying their employment and family responsibilities.
Why a Crime and Criminology Degree Online
at SNHU?
As a private, nonprofit, accredited university, SNHU focuses on ensuring you learn the necessary skills to succeed. Whether you enroll in the Justice Studies-Crime and Criminology online degree program or take courses through a combination of online and face-to-face instruction at any of our regional campuses, you will benefit from an SNHU education:
- First-rate Justice Studies faculty that includes professionals working in the field of justice studies.
- A justice studies curriculum focused on real-world application.
- Quality education at one of the most affordable tuition rates available
- 24/7/365 access to class- attend when it is most convenient for you.
Criminal Justice vs. Justice Studies
Unlike traditional criminal justice online degree programs, our Justice Studies crime and criminology degree takes an interdisciplinary approach that goes beyond courses in criminal justice and law enforcement. Unlike a criminal justice degree, our Justice Studies degree programs provide an overview of the justice system, criminal law, corrections, legal and social science research, and more. You'll benefit from basic concepts and survey courses, which will allow you to more deeply explore your specific interests. This diverse approach to your studies translates into expanded employment opportunities when you graduate.
Employment Opportunities
Graduates of the Justice Studies program are prepared for a number of careers in law, business security, federal service agencies, terrorism prevention, the courts, corrections, dispute resolution, victim advocacy, the military and more. Please note, additional specific training and experience may be required to qualify for some of these roles.
Employment of probation officers and correctional treatment specialists are expected to increase 18 percent through 2020, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Visit our Career Development Center online to learn more about career opportunities in Justice Studies.
Transfer of Credit
If you are a student who wants to transfer to SNHU or simply want to finish what you’ve started, we try to make transferring as easy as possible. We will accept up to 90 transferred academic credits and we automatically complete an official credit evaluation as part of the application review process.
BS in Justice Studies - Crime and
Criminology Curriculum
Through a carefully planned program of study, our online Justice Studies-Crime and Criminology degree students will discover the inner workings and the broad scope of the American justice system. Tailor the program according to your career goals. All students take courses in policing and law enforcement, crime and criminology, and law and legal processes. In light of the professional nature of the justice system, students are also encouraged to explore courses in such aligned areas as business, psychology, sociology, information technology and political science.
To earn your Justice Studies-Crime and Criminology degree, you must successfully complete the following courses. Courses are three credits unless otherwise noted.
Crime and Criminology
Select two of the following:
JUS 211 Organized Crime
JUS 215 The Victim and the Justice System
JUS 309 White Collar Crime
JUS 429 Terrorism
JUS 468 Crimes Against Children
PSY 205 Forensic Psychology
PSY 215 Psychology of Abnormal Behavior
PSY 310 Criminal Psychology
SOC 213 Sociology of Social Problems
SOC 324 Sociology of Crime and Violence
SOC 326 Sociology of Deviance
SNHU's Online degree programs meet the needs of today's students while ensuring educational quality and real-world applicability. Contact us to learn more about the SNHU difference.