BA/BS in Criminal Justice and Corrections

The Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice gives students a practical, wide-ranging education about the causes of crime and how the justice system works. Instead of focusing on one component, it teaches the whole system and how its parts relate. Students can gain field experience through research and internships with policing and justice agencies around Detroit. Learning outcomes include explaining the nature of crime, describing constitutional rights and judicial procedure, and identifying major theories of criminality. The courses are organized to meet the standards of the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences. A minimum of 120 credits is required, covering college group requirements, university general education, and criminal justice program requirements. Graduates are positioned for professional careers in the field or for graduate work, and students can request information, apply, or meet with an advisor through the page.