Bachelor of Science Degree

See also Criminal Justice—Associate of Science Degree

Prepare to Protect & Serve

The purpose of the criminal justice major is to prepare students with practical skills and leadership training from a biblical perspective that will allow them to become faithful and effective guarantors of the requisites for freedom and stability (e.g., crime prevention, the preservation of peace, and the safeguarding of civil rights) which insure justice, equity, and liberty in a free society.

Learning Outcomes: Graduates of the criminal justice program will be able to

• formulate a rationale to support ethical and moral choices based on a biblical worldview,
• articulate the role of the criminal justice professional in the God-ordained institution of government,
• demonstrate college-level knowledge relevant to the various areas of the criminal justice system,
• communicate effectively in written and oral presentations, and
• relate knowledge to practical experience in various areas of the criminal justice system.

The criminal justice major involves study of the interrelationship among agencies of criminal justice, offenders, and victims. Courses include theories and facts about the nature and cause of delinquency and crime; analysis of operations of juvenile and criminal justice systems; the legal, philosophical, and moral foundations of justice systems; and the planning and management of courts, correctional systems, juvenile facilities, and law enforcement operations. Liberal arts courses provide a solid background that enhances the résumé of a student as he makes application for a position in either public or private agencies involved in the administration of justice.

Academic Requirements
Students must have at least a “C” in all criminal justice courses and in PM 225 Wilderness First Aid. A minor must be completed. Criminal justice majors must take two practicums as part of their major requirements following completion of their sophomore year. Criminal justice practicums provide opportunities to combine theory and practice in a realistic setting and to make more judicious career decisions. A student may not repeat a criminal justice practicum course more than once. Since there are limited local facilities available to criminal justice majors, students are urged to take these practicums elsewhere. Pensacola Christian College is not responsible for any liability or medical expenses resulting from any sickness, accident, or injury while participating in the criminal justice practicums.

Academic Program Fee
$90 per semester or $22.50 per payment