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Program Details

The Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice program at Purdue University Global combines professional skills training with courses designed to help you develop a solid foundation of criminal justice knowledge. In this program you will have an opportunity to study:

• The philosophy and development of the U.S. criminal justice system, its agencies and institutions, and issues and challenges
• Applied research methods and techniques used in the field
• The development of criminal law, elements and types of criminal offenses, and principles of criminal culpability

As part of this program, students will also have the opportunity to complete a capstone project to demonstrate the ability to apply the critical-thinking skills and concepts studied online to real-world criminal justice scenarios. Developing specialized skills in a specific area of criminal justice can help set you apart from other applicants in today's competitive job market. Customize your curriculum with electives in one of the following concentrations:

• Crime Scene Investigation
• Forensic Psychology
• Homeland Security
• Juvenile Justice
• Law Enforcement

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