Criminal Justice Minor (Bachelor’s Completion)
Earn a Criminal Justice Minor at Azusa Pacific University
Gain an understanding of traditional and contemporary criminal justice theories, along with the major components of the criminal justice system (police, courts, corrections) and how they respond to crime, criminals, and victims. This program can be taken only in conjunction with one of APU’s bachelor’s completion programs.
Program at a Glance
Program Information
- Program Units: 21
Location
- Inland Empire, Murrieta, San Diego
Gain Hands-on Experience
- Demonstrate understanding of criminology theories.
- Critique how major components of the justice system respond to crime, criminals, and victims.
- Employ data and methods of social science research to respond to contemporary criminal justice systems.
- Illustrate ways in which social inequalities are linked to criminal justice systems.
- Demonstrate a Christian worldview in recognizing, understanding, and applying ethical reasoning skills.
By the Numbers
Program Details
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Azusa Pacific University is accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC).
Career Outlook and Outcomes
Criminal Justice Major: Integrating Christian Faith into Your Studies
APU gives you a unique opportunity to integrate your faith into the criminal justice major, where you’ll explore some of society’s most pressing challenges.