Bachelor of Science, Psychology & Criminal Justice

Bachelor of Science, Psychology and Criminal Justice 4-Year Plan  

Program Description:
The Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Criminal Justice covers the main content areas and skills recommended by the American Psychological Association for undergraduate programs, as well as the curriculum and practical experiences needed for the administration of justice in a diverse and global society. Students who achieve the program objectives will be able to apply their knowledge of human cognitive, emotional, and behavioral processes to a variety of careers that involve working with people. They will possess a thorough understanding of criminal justice systems and theories, and the various agencies, personnel roles, and career opportunities available in the criminal justice field. This program also provides the required competencies for students who wish to pursue graduate studies in psychology, counseling, criminal justice, and related fields.

Program Objectives:

1. Students will demonstrate competency in scientific reasoning and psychological research methods.

2. Students will demonstrate a working knowledge of psychology’s key concepts and content domains.

3. Students will describe how they integrate their Christian faith and ethics with their general understanding of psychology.

4. Students will demonstrate qualities of professionalism and preparedness for a career.

5. Students will apply multicultural and cross-cultural knowledge and values to personal and professional development.

6. Criminal Justice majors will discuss the history and development of the criminal justice system and gain exposure to system professionals.

7. Criminal Justice majors will identify the relationship and interaction between the various criminal justice system components.   

8. Criminal Justice majors will compare and contrast criminological theories, which attempt to explain the causes of crime. 

9. Criminal Justice majors will conduct criminological research, interpret the results, and present the final information.    

10. Criminal Justice majors will exhibit professional characteristics, attitudes, and competencies throughout the duration of the major.