Course variations

Course summary

The concentration in criminology is specifically designed for those students interested in the theoretical rather than the applied aspect of criminal justice. The program is directed toward those who wish to pursue careers in the academic field or who intend to continue into doctoral programs in criminal justice, criminology, law, or sociology.

Program modules

The core modules include SOC 4045 Crime, Police, and Punishment, SOC 4065 Law and Social Policy, SOC 4105 Contemporary Criminology: Scope and Application, SOC 4125 Victimology, SOC 4175 Violence and Victims, SOC 4435 Youth Cultures and Deviance, SOC 4455 Gender, Crime, and Justice, SOC 4465 Violence Between Intimates, SOC 4475 Restorative Justice: Theory, SOC 4525 Criminal Jurisprudence, SOC 4535 Crime and Urban Communities, SOC 4805 Foundations of Addictions for Criminal.

Entry requirement for international students

Students applying for admission to the Criminal Justice program must have a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and an undergraduate grade point average (GPA) above 3.00 for full admission. Fulfillment of any one of the following requirements will satisfy English language proficiency requirements: a minimum TOEFL paper-based score of 550, computer-based score of 213, or internet-based score of 79; IELTS score of 6.5; possession of a Bachelor's or Master's degree equivalent from an accredited institution located in a country where English is the native language; or successful completion of Level 112 of the intensive program at an ELS Center accompanied by a letter of recommendation from the Academic Director.

Qualification

Masters

Awarding body

Saint Joseph'S University

Department name

Graduate Arts and Sciences