Learning OutcomesGraduates of the BS in Criminal Justice program will be able to demonstrate:The ability to communicate effectively in the criminal justice profession.Proficiency in the methods for conducting, analyzing, and utilizing criminal justice research.Effective use of technology employed in the criminal justice system.The ability to identify and respond professionally to ethical issues in the criminal justice field.Critical thinking skills when navigating issues in the criminal justice system.Substantive knowledge and practical skills to succeed in the criminal justice field.An awareness of the ways in which the criminal justice system continues to change and the role of criminal justice professionals in implementing change.
Curriculum for Our Criminal Justice DegreesBachelor of Science Degree Curriculum - Minimum Total Credits: 121INSTITUTIONAL REQUIREMENTS:Min. CreditsPRCPRC 100 or PRC 101*1BIS 111Application Software Fundamentals3COM 112Speech Communication3COM 312Practical Reasoning3ENG 101English Composition3ENG 103Rhetoric and Research3HUM 102Introduction to Ethics3HUM/HISHumanities/History Core (choose 1)3MAT 101Introduction to College Mathematics3MATMathematics Core (choose 1)3SCIScience Core (choose 2)6SOC SCISocial Science Core (choose 2) Recommended SOC 101 General Sociology & PSY 101 Introduction to Psychology6GEN EDGeneral Education Core (choose 1) Recommended PSC 101 American Government3PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS:Min. CreditsCJS 101Introduction to Criminal Justice3CJS 104Criminal Court System3CJS 201Introduction to Criminal Justice Research Methods3CJS 204Criminal Law3CJS 207Ethics in Criminal Justice3CJS 210Law Enforcement & Police in Society3CJS 213The Correctional System3CJS 224Juvenile Justice3CJS 225Criminology3CJS 304Advanced Criminal Law and Procedure3CJS 310Victims and Victimization3CJS 440Criminal Justice Capstone II3CJS ELECriminal Justice Electives (choose 4)12ELEElective Courses (choose 10)30
Careers in Criminal JusticeA Criminal Justice degree from Peirce gives you the foundation you need to make a difference, impact lives and join other Peirce graduates employed by local Philadelphia agencies; as well as on the state, regional and federal levels. Graduates typically fall into one of two categories – applied criminal justice and theoretical criminal justice. Careers in the applied field involve the practice of criminal justice, like policing. Careers in the theoretical field deal with the causes of criminal behavior and society’s responses to crime, like forensic psychology or criminology. For more information about potential criminal justice careers for Peirce graduates, visit our Legal Careers page.
Apply TodayOur students come to Peirce's Criminal Justice Studies program because they're looking for a career, not just a job. They want to build a path that will serve them well in their pursuit of life-long work, one that is meaningful and makes a difference, and they recognize the need to obtain the skills that this program provides in order to capitalize on that goal.Interested in a degree in Criminal Justice Studies? Contact an Admissions Representative and get started with your application.You can also apply using our online application.