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Criminology/Criminal Justice Studies Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor of Science (BS) in Criminology/Criminal Justice Studies Degree Program

Explore the Justice System from Every Angle

UT Permian Basin’s Bachelor of Science (BS) in Criminology & Criminal Justice prepares you to understand the causes of crime, the structure of law enforcement and corrections, and the role of justice in society. Whether you're pursuing a career in policing, law, forensics, or public policy, you'll gain the knowledge and analytical skills to make a real impact.

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Degree Requirements

  • The BS in criminology/criminal justice studies requires a minimum of 120 total credits.
  • The Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in criminology/criminal justice studies requires 33 semester credit hours, with a max of 54 semester credit hours.
  • Students are required to complete at least 18 semester credit hours in a minor. 12 of those 18 credits must be upper-level courses.

Careers for BS in Criminology/Criminal Justice

The skills you develop here will launch you into a wide range of job opportunities, including: 

  • Judge
  • Prosecutor
  • Defense Attorney
  • Institutional Correctional Officer
  • Parole Officer
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