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Criminal Justice

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Online
Study From Anywhere
Entire degree available online.
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Electives
Pursue your passion through a wide variety of elective courses including criminal justice, law and the media, domestic relations, judicial process, juvenile delinquency, law enforcement operations, principles of investigations, and terrorism.

Fulfill your future career dreams in safety and public welfare. Contribute to a safer and more just society with a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice.

Why Study Criminal Justice at 51³Ô¹Ï?

  • Career Flexibility: This program opens up a wide range of career opportunities, from local law enforcement to crime scene investigation and forensics. Criminal Justice also serves as a launchpad for graduate studies in law, criminology, or other security-focused programs.
  • 100% Online: Complete at your own pace, anywhere you choose.

Overview

At 51³Ô¹Ï, you will grow academically and spiritually to become the transformational leader God has uniquely called you to be. All courses are taught from a Christ-centered perspective, integrating faith and learning. Wherever you are, 51³Ô¹Ï is here to help you reach your academic and professional goals.

General Education Example Courses

  • e-Learning
  • Academic Success
  • Biblical Foundations
  • Jesus in Matthew’s Gospel
  • Oral Communication
  • Composition and Rhetoric
  • Composition and Literature
  • History course
  • Contemporary Mathematics or Higher Math Course
  • Natural Science cCourse
  • Psychology or Sociology Course

Core Example Courses

  • Introduction to Criminal Justice
  • Theories in Criminology
  • Ethics in Criminal Justice
  • Judicial Process
  • Terrorism and Homeland Security
  • Forensic Analysis and Criminal Profiling
  • Research Design and Analysis in Criminal Justice
  • Seminar: Supervision and Management Principles in Criminal Justice
  • Seminar: Criminal Justice and Legal Careers and Networking Strategies
  • Criminal Justice Internship I
  • American National Government

Everything you need to know in five minutes.

Get to Know Our Faculty!

Staci M. Rollins, JD
Associate Dean, School of Humanities and Social Sciences
Kristopher Ahler, PhD
Director, Criminal Justice Online
Joshua J. Styles, JD
Associate Professor, Criminal Justice and Legal Studies

Have Questions? Contact Us!

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Kristopher Ahler, PhD

Director, Criminal Justice Online
864.663.7512 kahler@ngu.edu
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