Department of 刑事司法

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Investigate a Rewarding Career Path: 刑事司法 Degrees at Bridgewater State University

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From examining crimes and cases to helping keep communities safe, Bridgewater State University’s Department of 刑事司法 prepares you to make an impact on people’s everyday lives.

BSU的 criminal justice programs examine criminal behavior through a social justice lens in order to understand the cultural, 法律 and social contexts that play a role in criminology. 我们还提供 master’s in criminal justice with four concentrations, as well as two graduate certificate programs.

BSU的 in-person and online criminal justice degree coursework helps you to think about criminal justice in a broad framework. 因为美国.S. criminal justice system involves law enforcement, the courts and corrections, Bridgewater’s criminal justice programs take an interdisciplinary approach with your coursework. 你会:

Learn from leading criminology experts. BSU的 in-person and online criminal justice degree faculty provide you with a thorough understanding of political, 法律, social and economic systems that converge around crime and rehabilitation. Learn how to consider the wider implications of crime and the many ways we can more effectively serve communities.
Study in small classes that produce big results. Because our criminal justice degree courses are purposely kept small, you’ll receive personalized attention as you connect with classmates and BSU faculty and staff.
Gain experience to help you stand out. All our criminal justice programs offer experiential learning opportunities. You’ll gain expertise in the field through internships and research opportunities to help you stand out as you pursue a career in criminal justice.