Criminal Justice Degree Online

COURSE INFORMATION
The Criminology and Forensic science degree is an exciting and innovative course that applies theory to practice and will develop your knowledge and understanding of historical and contemporary developments. You will study crime and victimisation, criminal investigation, the criminal justice and penal systems and the scientific methods and techniques utilised to identify and prosecute offenders.

The philosophy of criminology at Northumbria is to engage in critical, analytical, historical and comparative study of crime, disorder, regulation, control and punishment as social phenomena. The degree is grounded in a strong theoretical framework and critically engages with contemporary and comparative issues in crime, victimisation, surveillance, regulation, control and punishment.

Forensic Science covers a wide range of scientific disciplines applied in a legal context. A forensic scientist examines items of evidential value and presents their findings in court. They work within a specific area of expertise such as forensic biology, which includes, for example, blood pattern analysis and DNA interpretation and forensic chemistry such as drug analysis and paint/glass examination.

Forensic scientists may be called on to attend scenes of crime to apply their specific knowledge in a potentially hostile environment and collect items of potential evidential value. They will utilise analytical techniques based on the sub disciplines of biology and chemistry to interpret these samples. They will then produce a written (expert witness) statement which explains those findings in ‘layman’s terms’ for the judge and jury.

The course will equip you with the knowledge and understanding required to evaluate the study of crime, criminology and the criminal justice system and how this integrates with the forensic examination of crime.

Core themes of criminology are taught alongside pure and applied sciences in the context of forensic science and include:-
Theoretical approaches which underpin criminology
Explaining crime - understanding of the social contexts in which crime and deviance exist
Prisons and punishment - criminal justice, restorative justice, youth justice, community safety and control and punishment
Police and policing - crime control and social order
The three key areas of forensic investigation:-
Crime scene investigation
Laboratory analysis
Court presentation
are embedded throughout, allowing you to explore all areas thoroughly before embarking on a career choice.

The curriculum involves an emphasis on laboratory or computer-based experimentation and access to modern instrumental techniques is paramount in your development.

Support through a thorough grounding in theoretical aspects, provides the skills, knowledge and problem solving abilities required for a successful career in industry, teaching, research and other careers where scientific skills are valued.

MODULE INFORMATION
To view the Module Information for this course click here

COURSEWORK AND ASSESSMENT
Assessment is diverse, including formal examinations, essays, groupwork, written and verbal communication skills and laboratory work. All students undertake an in-depth, project on some aspect of criminology and/or forensic science.

CAREERS
Our graduates are highly motivated and skilled with the ability to respond to employment opportunities in varied science sectors such as forensic science, chemistry, biotechnology and the police, prison, probation services, victim support, and the wider criminal justice arena. Other careers include media or social science research.

OTHER INFO
Course Facilities
The curriculum involves laboratory or computer based experimentation and access to modern instrumental techniques is paramount in your development. Light and airy, spacious laboratory provision is complimented by specialist facilities such as state of the art analytical instrumentation, courtrooms and the ‘crime scene’ facility.

Course Staff
The course benefits from specialist teaching staff of criminologists who are actively researching within the criminal justice system, former forensic scientists, subject specialists from areas such as biology, chemistry and law and places a strong emphasis on ‘hands on’ laboratory work. Visiting lecturers who are current forensic practitioners are also involved in course delivery and programme development. Teaching staff have won several awards for the quality of their teaching within the university such as ‘Applauding and Promoting Teaching’ Awards and the ‘e-Tutor of the year 2007′.

Course Research
The final year dissertation will be a chance for you to engage in an in-depth, independent study of some aspect of criminology and criminal justice and benefits from the expertise of specialist staff members. Current scientific and criminological research from members of the teaching team enriches the curriculum. Teaching team members also carry out pedagogic research to constantly improve the teaching and learning methods utilised in delivery of the course.

Conferences
Northumbria University hosts national and international conferences to which you may be invited to attend, such as the 2007 ‘Shaping the future of Forensic Science Conference’, and ‘Dealing with Disasters Conference’ and the Higher Education Academy Special Interest Group in Forensic Science ‘Practical Projects in Forensic Science’. You will also be encouraged to attend events outside the university.

Further Study
Upon successful completion of the course, you may wish to look into further study. There are many different types of Postgraduate Courses that may interest you such as:
MSc in Analytical Sciences (various)
MSc in Forensic Science
PhD Sciences (various)
PGCE (primary and Secondary-Science)
Conversion course in Law
MA Criminology

COURSE FEES - Year 1 entry
The tuition fee for 2009 entry for applicants assessed as ‘home’ for fees purposes is £3,225. This course attracts a scholarship of £1,000. For further information, including international student fees and scholarships, click here.

APPLICATION DETAIL
Applications should be made through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS). Applicant Enquiries +44 (0) 870 1122211

Career opportunities include:
law enforcement officers
crime investigators
forensics workers
correctional officers
probation and parole officers
community corrections specialists

Other specialized roles include:
juvenile probation officers
criminologists
forensic scientists
medical examiners
policy analysts

Criminal Justice also prepares you for law school, which would lead you to a career as:
a criminal prosecutor
public defender
judge

The application of scientific principles within the context of criminal justice has always appealed to the general public. Interest in this field is evidenced by the current popularity of ‘true crime’ and fictionalized stories of forensic investigations portrayed in various media outlets. “Several colleges report long waiting lists for forensic science courses, and dozens of others are developing courses or entire programs in the science of crime fighting” (CBS News August 18, 2003). Currently there are approximately 8,400 forensic science technicians employed in laboratories throughout the United States . According to the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics “Jobs for forensic science technicians are expected to increase about as fast as average” through the year 2012 (p. 8). Employment demand in related industries (chemical and biotechnology), for which graduates of this program would be eligible candidates, is expected to increase at a faster rate (BJS, 2004). Courts, judges and juries are becoming increasingly more aware of the value of scientific evidence. As a result the demand for forensic skills within the criminal investigation and prosecution processes is increasing. Dillon (1999) predicts that the demand for employment in forensics will “increase as a result of the judicial system’s continuing need for corroborating evidence in prosecutions” (p. 5).

The Bachelor of Science in Forensic Sciences degree at Wichita State University is designed to meet an increasing demand for trained forensic scientists and technicians. It has always been possible for a student at WSU to develop an interdisciplinary major in Biology, Chemistry, Anthropology, Psychology and Criminal Justice. This new degree program has more ‘brand’ identity among crime laboratory managers. An individual with this degree can be assigned to virtually any aspect of a forensic investigation with less pre-service training and is therefore considered more potentially viable within a typical crime laboratory setting. This program capitalizes on the diversity of academic resources available at WSU and will produce forensic generalists, rather than narrowly focused specialists.

No other university in Kansas offers a bachelor of sciences in forensic sciences degree. Similar programs exist at nineteen other universities throughout the nation. The programs closest to WSU’s service area are at the University of Central Oklahoma in Edmond , Oklahoma and at Columbia College in Columbia , Missouri . Approximately twenty less comprehensive (associates degrees or certificates in forensics) or more narrowly focused (forensic odontology, vocational training programs) programs exist throughout the nation. Most of these are biology, anthropology, or chemistry degrees that require a minor in criminal justice.

There are three principal advantages for pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Forensic Sciences at Wichita State University . First, the academic resources (teaching, research, facilities, etc.) necessary to support this program are in place and well established. With the exception of the capstone practicum course, all the courses listed on the attached proposed curriculum are offered routinely at WSU and taught by full-time faculty. Second, WSU’s metropolitan setting offers students considerable access to a broad array of practitioners and practical situations that will enrich their classroom experiences. This provides students an opportunity to experience ‘real world’ situations within the safety of a learning institution. Furthermore, it provides the university with another avenue of community support and service. And third, Wichita is home to a regional crime laboratory as well as a branch of the University of Kansas Medical School. WSU students benefit greatly from access to practitioners and scholars at these institutions.

Successful students in this program should have a strong aptitude in the physical, biological, and chemical sciences. An ability to understand criminal motivation and apply broad criminological theory is also important. The application of basic investigatory techniques, adherence to evidentiary rules and procedures, and effective communications (e.g. courtroom testimony) are essential skills for the forensic scientist. Within this field employers are quite reluctant to consider applicants with a history of drug and alcohol abuse, criminal behavior and poor credit histories. Most employers require polygraph, medical, psychological examinations and extensive background investigations.

Upon declaration of the Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science as a major, students will be assigned a pre-major code. Upon completion of the following admission’s criteria, students can be admited to the program: Cumulative grade point average of 3.0
Completion of the following basic skills courses:
English 101 - College English I
English 102 - College English II
Communications 111 - Public Speaking
Math 111 - College Algebra
Completion of the following pre-major courses:
Biology 210 - General Biology I
Biology 211 - General Biology II
Chemistry 211 - General Chemistry I
Chemistry 212 - General Chemistry II
Attend an oritentation for prospective Forensic Sciences majors (offered each semester)
Completion of the Forensic Science application form & the criminal history disclosure form

Application deadlines:

October 1 for spring
March 1 for fall

The admission decision is made by a faculty committee representing the Chemistry, Biological Sciences, Psychology, Anthropology and Criminal Justice departments.

CONTACTS:

Ms. Dee Pritchett, Program Advisor
School of Community Affairs
Wichita State University
1845 N. Fairmount, Campus Box 135
Wichita, Kansas 67260-0135

Telephone: 316-978-6509
E-Mail: dee.pritchett@wichita.edu

Dr. Brian L. Withrow, Program Director
and Associate Professor of Criminal Justice
School of Community Affairs
Wichita State University
1845 N. Fairmount, Campus Box 135
Wichita, Kansas 67260-0135

Telephone: 316-978-6539
E-Mail: brian.withrow@wichita.edu

The application of scientific principles within the context of criminal justice has always appealed to the general public. Interest in this field is evidenced by the current popularity of ‘true crime’ and fictionalized stories of forensic investigations portrayed in various media outlets. “Several colleges report long waiting lists for forensic science courses, and dozens of others are developing courses or entire programs in the science of crime fighting” (CBS News August 18, 2003). Currently there are approximately 8,400 forensic science technicians employed in laboratories throughout the United States . According to the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics “Jobs for forensic science technicians are expected to increase about as fast as average” through the year 2012 (p. 8). Employment demand in related industries (chemical and biotechnology), for which graduates of this program would be eligible candidates, is expected to increase at a faster rate (BJS, 2004). Courts, judges and juries are becoming increasingly more aware of the value of scientific evidence. As a result the demand for forensic skills within the criminal investigation and prosecution processes is increasing. Dillon (1999) predicts that the demand for employment in forensics will “increase as a result of the judicial system’s continuing need for corroborating evidence in prosecutions” (p. 5).

The Bachelor of Science in Forensic Sciences degree at Wichita State University is designed to meet an increasing demand for trained forensic scientists and technicians. It has always been possible for a student at WSU to develop an interdisciplinary major in Biology, Chemistry, Anthropology, Psychology and Criminal Justice. This new degree program has more ‘brand’ identity among crime laboratory managers. An individual with this degree can be assigned to virtually any aspect of a forensic investigation with less pre-service training and is therefore considered more potentially viable within a typical crime laboratory setting. This program capitalizes on the diversity of academic resources available at WSU and will produce forensic generalists, rather than narrowly focused specialists.

No other university in Kansas offers a bachelor of sciences in forensic sciences degree. Similar programs exist at nineteen other universities throughout the nation. The programs closest to WSU’s service area are at the University of Central Oklahoma in Edmond , Oklahoma and at Columbia College in Columbia , Missouri . Approximately twenty less comprehensive (associates degrees or certificates in forensics) or more narrowly focused (forensic odontology, vocational training programs) programs exist throughout the nation. Most of these are biology, anthropology, or chemistry degrees that require a minor in criminal justice.

There are three principal advantages for pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Forensic Sciences at Wichita State University . First, the academic resources (teaching, research, facilities, etc.) necessary to support this program are in place and well established. With the exception of the capstone practicum course, all the courses listed on the attached proposed curriculum are offered routinely at WSU and taught by full-time faculty. Second, WSU’s metropolitan setting offers students considerable access to a broad array of practitioners and practical situations that will enrich their classroom experiences. This provides students an opportunity to experience ‘real world’ situations within the safety of a learning institution. Furthermore, it provides the university with another avenue of community support and service. And third, Wichita is home to a regional crime laboratory as well as a branch of the University of Kansas Medical School. WSU students benefit greatly from access to practitioners and scholars at these institutions.

Successful students in this program should have a strong aptitude in the physical, biological, and chemical sciences. An ability to understand criminal motivation and apply broad criminological theory is also important. The application of basic investigatory techniques, adherence to evidentiary rules and procedures, and effective communications (e.g. courtroom testimony) are essential skills for the forensic scientist. Within this field employers are quite reluctant to consider applicants with a history of drug and alcohol abuse, criminal behavior and poor credit histories. Most employers require polygraph, medical, psychological examinations and extensive background investigations.

Upon declaration of the Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science as a major, students will be assigned a pre-major code. Upon completion of the following admission’s criteria, students can be admited to the program: Cumulative grade point average of 3.0
Completion of the following basic skills courses:
English 101 - College English I
English 102 - College English II
Communications 111 - Public Speaking
Math 111 - College Algebra
Completion of the following pre-major courses:
Biology 210 - General Biology I
Biology 211 - General Biology II
Chemistry 211 - General Chemistry I
Chemistry 212 - General Chemistry II
Attend an oritentation for prospective Forensic Sciences majors (offered each semester)
Completion of the Forensic Science application form & the criminal history disclosure form

Application deadlines:

October 1 for spring
March 1 for fall

The admission decision is made by a faculty committee representing the Chemistry, Biological Sciences, Psychology, Anthropology and Criminal Justice departments.

CONTACTS:

Ms. Dee Pritchett, Program Advisor
School of Community Affairs
Wichita State University
1845 N. Fairmount, Campus Box 135
Wichita, Kansas 67260-0135

Telephone: 316-978-6509
E-Mail: dee.pritchett@wichita.edu

Dr. Brian L. Withrow, Program Director
and Associate Professor of Criminal Justice
School of Community Affairs
Wichita State University
1845 N. Fairmount, Campus Box 135
Wichita, Kansas 67260-0135

Telephone: 316-978-6539
E-Mail: brian.withrow@wichita.edu

Any science used in investigations related to the courts or applied by law-enforcing agencies is forensic; thus, in its broadest sense, forensic science encompasses a large number of different scientific fields and activities.However,the common perception is that forensic science consists of essentially three broad areas: Crime Scene Investigation, Laboratory Analysis and Pathology/ Histology.

There seems to be universal agreement within the profession that a general forensic scientist should possess a sound knowledge of the analytical methods of biology and chemistry, as well as being trained in crime scene investigation. In addition, he or she should have a basic knowledge of the law and the methodology for assessing evidential value.

Over the past 50 years the analytical methods employed by forensic scientists have become very powerful. Forensic investigators utilise a wide arsenal of techniques from various scientific disciplines, ranging from visual examination to physical or chemical analyses, such as high performance liquid chromatography, gas chromatography with mass spectrometry, visible UV- and IR- spectroscopy. The power of the methods employed by forensic scientists is graphically illustrated by the fact that a full DNA-profile may now be obtained from a single hair root. Similarly, a single fibre is normally sufficient for analysis of its dye components and - under a special scanning electron microscope - a grain of gunshot residue may be investigated for both its size and shape and its chemical composition.

CAREER PROSPECTS

Traditionally, forensic science laboratories were government owned and mainly served the police and the prosecution service. Now a semi-independent government agency, the Forensic Science Service (FSS), remains the largest forensic service provider in Great Britain and covers England, with six laboratories in London, Chepstow, Birmingham, Chorley, Huntingdon and Wetherby. In Ireland (NI and RI) there are two non-FSS, Government-associated laboratories. In Scotland, forensic science services are provided by laboratories in Aberdeen, Dundee, Glasgow and Edinburgh.

Positions within these laboratories are very competitive. A good honours degree is the minimum requirement for appointment as a Forensic Scientist or Researcher. Trainee Reporting Officers with the Forensic Science Service normally require a higher degree and a year’s work experience. Private laboratories are now competing with the traditional providers

Kellogg Community College offers a variety of programs in criminal justice.

Select the career you are interested in for more information:

Police Officer
Federal Law Enforcement
Forensic Science
Corrections Officer
Probation Officer
Parole Officer
Juvenile Probation Officer
Private Investigations
Security Guard

Police Officer:
Michigan law requires police officers to be licensed by the Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES). Kellogg Community College operates an MCOLES approved basic police academy. Student’s interested in entering a career in law enforcement immediately upon graduation should click on Police Academy.

Student’s interested in entering a career in law enforcement after obtaining a four-year degree should follow the Associate Degree in Criminal Justice curriculum. If you have already selected a 4-year college, you should follow the transfer guide for that program.

Federal Law Enforcement:
Most federal law enforcement agencies (such as the Secret Service, Federal Bureau of Investigation, Drug Enforcement Agency, and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms) require a four-year college degree and give hiring preference to those with law enforcement employment experience.

Students looking for a career with a federal law enforcement agency should follow one of two courses of study through Kellogg Community College. If you plan on transferring to a four-year school and earning your bachelor’s degree before gaining any work experience you should follow the Associate Degree of Criminal Justice. This program is designed to meet the MACRAO agreement and will transfer well to most Michigan four-year colleges and universities. If you have already selected a 4-year college, you should follow the transfer guide for that program.

If you prefer to gain experience while working on your four-year degree you should click on Police Academy for more information.

Forensic Science:
Forensic Scientists can be hired on the local, state, or federal level. Large police agencies, state agencies, and federal agencies generally employ civilian personnel who have formalized education in chemistry, biology, and physics. If you have a particular agency in mind you should request information directly from that agency regarding their employment requirements. Otherwise, it is recommended that students follow an Associate in Science with an emphasis on Chemistry or Biology for transfer to the four-year school of your choice.

Many forensic science professionals originally began their career as a police officer and then received specialized training from their department. Most medium and small agencies still follow this practice. Student’s who prefer to follow this career path should click on Police Academy for more information.

Corrections Officer:
In Michigan, there are two main employers of Corrections Officers. The largest employer is the Michigan Department of Corrections. Student’s interested in a career with the MDOC should follow one of three programs at Kellogg Community College.

The Associate of Applied Science in Criminal Justice is designed for career entry and advancement opportunities within the MDOC, and other state and federal corrections agencies.

The Associate Degree in Corrections is designed for career entry and advancement opportunities in corrections and also meets the MACRAO requirements for easier transfers to a bachelor’s degree program.

The Corrections Certificate fulfills the state-mandated requirement for MDOC corrections officers to obtain 15 college credits in an approved curriculum. Having a Corrections Certificate (or one of our Corrections Associate degrees) also gives you a much better opportunity to pass the civil service test and will give you an educational bonus of 10 points in an overall hiring point system where 40 points is a perfect score.

The other main employer of corrections officers are county sheriff departments. Most of the 83 counties in Michigan have jails and hire corrections personnel to supervise inmates. State law requires that local corrections officers successfully complete a Michigan Sheriff’s Coordinating and Training Council (MSCTC) 160 hour Local Correctional Academy.

Probation Officer:
This career normally requires a minimum of a bachelor’s degree. Student’s interested in becoming a probation officer should follow the Associate Degree in Criminal Justice curriculum. This program is designed to meet the MACRAO agreement and will transfer well to most Michigan four-year colleges and universities.

Parole Officer:
This career normally requires a minimum of a bachelor’s degree. Student’s interested in becoming a parole officer should follow the Associate Degree in Criminal Justice curriculum. This program is designed to meet the MACRAO agreement and will transfer well to most Michigan four-year colleges and universities.

Juvenile Probation Officer:
This career normally requires a minimum of a bachelor’s degree. Student’s interested in becoming a probation agent should follow the Associate Degree in Criminal Justice curriculum. This program is designed to meet the MACRAO agreement and will transfer well to most Michigan four-year colleges and universities. Many juvenile homes have jobs in direct supervision of juveniles that do not require bachelor degrees. If you are interested in this employment area you should check directly with the agency and follow their educational requirements.

Private Investigations:
To be a licensed private investigator in the state of Michigan you must have either three years experience as a police officer, or have a bachelor’s degree in the field of police administration, or be employed for three years by a private detective business as an investigative employee

Student’s following the first option (three years experience as a police officer) should click on Police Academy for more information. Student’s following the second option (a bachelor’s degree in police administration) should follow the Associate Degree in Criminal Justice curriculum. This program is designed to meet the MACRAO agreement and will transfer well to most Michigan four-year colleges and universities.

Student’s following the third option should apply directly to the private detective business of their choice.

Security Guard:
Qualifications vary greatly for this profession. Those wishing to give themselves the best opportunity for employment and advancement should follow the Associate Degree in Criminal Justice curriculum.

COURSE INFORMATION
The Criminology and Forensic science degree is an exciting and innovative course that applies theory to practice and will develop your knowledge and understanding of historical and contemporary developments. You will study crime and victimisation, criminal investigation, the criminal justice and penal systems and the scientific methods and techniques utilised to identify and prosecute offenders.

The philosophy of criminology at Northumbria is to engage in critical, analytical, historical and comparative study of crime, disorder, regulation, control and punishment as social phenomena. The degree is grounded in a strong theoretical framework and critically engages with contemporary and comparative issues in crime, victimisation, surveillance, regulation, control and punishment.

Forensic Science covers a wide range of scientific disciplines applied in a legal context. A forensic scientist examines items of evidential value and presents their findings in court. They work within a specific area of expertise such as forensic biology, which includes, for example, blood pattern analysis and DNA interpretation and forensic chemistry such as drug analysis and paint/glass examination.

Forensic scientists may be called on to attend scenes of crime to apply their specific knowledge in a potentially hostile environment and collect items of potential evidential value. They will utilise analytical techniques based on the sub disciplines of biology and chemistry to interpret these samples. They will then produce a written (expert witness) statement which explains those findings in ‘layman’s terms’ for the judge and jury.

The course will equip you with the knowledge and understanding required to evaluate the study of crime, criminology and the criminal justice system and how this integrates with the forensic examination of crime.

Core themes of criminology are taught alongside pure and applied sciences in the context of forensic science and include:-
Theoretical approaches which underpin criminology
Explaining crime - understanding of the social contexts in which crime and deviance exist
Prisons and punishment - criminal justice, restorative justice, youth justice, community safety and control and punishment
Police and policing - crime control and social order
The three key areas of forensic investigation:-
Crime scene investigation
Laboratory analysis
Court presentation
are embedded throughout, allowing you to explore all areas thoroughly before embarking on a career choice.

The curriculum involves an emphasis on laboratory or computer-based experimentation and access to modern instrumental techniques is paramount in your development.

Support through a thorough grounding in theoretical aspects, provides the skills, knowledge and problem solving abilities required for a successful career in industry, teaching, research and other careers where scientific skills are valued.

MODULE INFORMATION
To view the Module Information for this course click here

COURSEWORK AND ASSESSMENT
Assessment is diverse, including formal examinations, essays, groupwork, written and verbal communication skills and laboratory work. All students undertake an in-depth, project on some aspect of criminology and/or forensic science.

CAREERS
Our graduates are highly motivated and skilled with the ability to respond to employment opportunities in varied science sectors such as forensic science, chemistry, biotechnology and the police, prison, probation services, victim support, and the wider criminal justice arena. Other careers include media or social science research.

OTHER INFO
Course Facilities
The curriculum involves laboratory or computer based experimentation and access to modern instrumental techniques is paramount in your development. Light and airy, spacious laboratory provision is complimented by specialist facilities such as state of the art analytical instrumentation, courtrooms and the ‘crime scene’ facility.

Course Staff
The course benefits from specialist teaching staff of criminologists who are actively researching within the criminal justice system, former forensic scientists, subject specialists from areas such as biology, chemistry and law and places a strong emphasis on ‘hands on’ laboratory work. Visiting lecturers who are current forensic practitioners are also involved in course delivery and programme development. Teaching staff have won several awards for the quality of their teaching within the university such as ‘Applauding and Promoting Teaching’ Awards and the ‘e-Tutor of the year 2007′.

Course Research
The final year dissertation will be a chance for you to engage in an in-depth, independent study of some aspect of criminology and criminal justice and benefits from the expertise of specialist staff members. Current scientific and criminological research from members of the teaching team enriches the curriculum. Teaching team members also carry out pedagogic research to constantly improve the teaching and learning methods utilised in delivery of the course.

Conferences
Northumbria University hosts national and international conferences to which you may be invited to attend, such as the 2007 ‘Shaping the future of Forensic Science Conference’, and ‘Dealing with Disasters Conference’ and the Higher Education Academy Special Interest Group in Forensic Science ‘Practical Projects in Forensic Science’. You will also be encouraged to attend events outside the university.

Further Study
Upon successful completion of the course, you may wish to look into further study. There are many different types of Postgraduate Courses that may interest you such as:
MSc in Analytical Sciences (various)
MSc in Forensic Science
PhD Sciences (various)
PGCE (primary and Secondary-Science)
Conversion course in Law
MA Criminology

COURSE FEES - Year 1 entry
The tuition fee for 2009 entry for applicants assessed as ‘home’ for fees purposes is £3,225. This course attracts a scholarship of £1,000. For further information, including international student fees and scholarships

This program provides you with a general understanding of the nature of crime and includes an analysis of the entire criminal justice system and its relationship with other institutions in society. Through this program, you will develop problem-solving abilities and organizational skills to face problems confronting our society such as community and police relations, urban crime, and issues involving correctional facilities.

The Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice is designed to study the origins, nature, and causes of norm violating behavior as well as societal reactions to this behavior. The study of criminal justice begins with a study of the entire criminal justice system and its interrelation with society. Advanced study inquires into the political, organizational, social, and behavioral aspects of various components of the criminal justice system. Research courses give students the tools to analyze criminal justice and the skills important for career development. Legal courses provide an awareness of the values of due process and the limits of government power in a democratic society.

Criminal justice is multidisciplinary, drawing on broad fields of knowledge, including law, the social and behavioral sciences, and the natural sciences. Indiana University Southeast offers a Bachelor of Science degree through the School of Social Sciences and Indiana University School for Public and Environmental Affairs.

A major in criminal justice provides an excellent liberal arts background for a wide variety of career fields. Career opportunities in criminal justice include police agencies, prosecutors, defense attorneys, courts, and correctional agencies. Other specialized roles in criminal justice include juvenile probation officers, volunteer administrators, criminologists, forensic scientists, forensic psychologists, medical examiners, and policy analysts. Many criminal justice majors choose to continue their education in law school or graduate school.