Bachelor of Science Degree with a Major in Criminal Justice

Pittsburg State University

This is an interdisciplinary liberal arts degree with a foundation in social science inquiry. With an emphasis on law and the social sciences, this unique contemporary degree represents the current state-of-the-art setting for studying justice and provides a comprehensive degree. Students develop an understanding of the nature of justice and analyze controversial justice issues through critical inquiry and social science investigation. While primary focus is placed on theories of justice, legal studies, social and economic justice, students may elect a Justice Studies emphasis that will allow them to pursue their interests in law enforcement, corrections, and other legal careers.

• Sociology
• Criminology

College of Arts and Sciences