What will I learn?
The Criminal Justice and Human Security BA degree program allows students interested in pursuing a career in criminal justice to develop expertise in the international dimensions of public safety. Public safety professionals work on the front lines all over the globe, making our communities safer than they were the day before. In the Criminal Justice bachelor’s degree program, you’ll develop the skills and experience needed to join a network of domestic and international security experts who understand criminal behavior and create solutions to contemporary policing issues. Now, more than ever, we need public safety professionals who have the right training and uphold a high level of public trust. Classes in UB’s bachelor’s in criminal justice degree program are taught by police commanders, detectives, state troopers, military veterans, attorneys, and other expert faculty. Their combined experiences and flexible teaching strategies will help you develop the critical thinking skills necessary to work in modern law enforcement, security, emergency response, and more. You’ll develop a deeper understanding of issues affecting modern policing today and the historical development of the field - leading you to a rewarding career shaping the future of criminal justice. At University of Bridgeport, you can earn your bachelor’s in Criminal Justice degree in one of two ways. In the Criminal Justice and Human Security bachelor’s degree program, you’ll work with experts to gain insight into the international dimensions of public safety. UB’s accomplished faculty will give you access to experiences and knowledge that most professionals don’t get until they’re on the force.
Majors
- Comparative Justice
- Criminology
- Human Security
Which department am I in?
School of Public and International Affairs
Entry requirements
For international students
Academic records
For applicants who have not yet received their secondary or high school certificate/diploma
Submit official/notarized/certified/or attested copies of ALL senior secondary/high school records. This includes mark sheets, academic transcripts, final examination results, diplomas, and degree certificates such as Std. X (SSC), Std. XII (HSC), O Levels, A Levels, WAEC, CXC, IB, etc.
For applicants who have attended any post-secondary institution (college/university)
Submit official/notarized/attested/or certified copies of senior secondary/high school records (see above) and ALL post-secondary school (university/college) records. This includes mark sheets, academic transcripts, examination result, diplomas, and degree certificates. Failure to provide ALL academic records may result in denial of admission, admission and scholarship revocation, and/or refusal of transfer credit.
A personal statement or essay
Submit an original personal statement/essay (250-500 words) CLEARLY explaining why the particular academic program was chosen, what the degree will do for the applicants personal and career development, and how such a degree will help them to achieve future goals and aspirations. Please include professional plans for after the program is completed as well.
A current passport copy
Applicants currently in the United States planning to transfer their SEVIS record to University of Bridgeport must also submit a copy of their Visa showing their entry stamp and copies of all I-20s received. Applicants planning to bring dependents should also submit copies of their dependents passports, visas, I-20s, birth certificates, marriage licenses as well.
