• Program Overview

    In West Field University's Criminal Justice department, we venture into the realm of justice and order with the precision of a detective's magnifying glass. Our seasoned faculty members foster an environment where students can unravel the intricacies of the law. They guide the development of knowledge, skills, and the critical analysis needed to excel in the ever-evolving world of criminal justice.

  • FOUNDATIONS OF CRIMINAL LAW AND JUSTICE SYSTEMS:

    Our journey starts with the foundation of justice. Just as the cornerstone of a legal case is built with precision, our program establishes a robust grounding in fundamental criminal justice principles. This ensures students gain a comprehensive understanding of the intricate workings within the field of law and its operations.

  • PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT:

    West Field University's Criminal Justice department is the stage for professional growth and legal connections to flourish. Our students immerse themselves in a world filled with opportunities, from legal symposiums and justice conferences to thought-provoking discussions with guest experts. We extend the boundaries of their legal exploration, painting a vivid picture of professional development and a network of legal advocates.

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Cost Of Attendance

Tuition Fee Breakdown Cost
UNDERGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE $3,240
Medical Insurance $0.00
Personal Expenses $0.00
Study Materials $0.00
Food Cost $0.00
Total Tuition Fee $3,240
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Meets Opportunity

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Eligibility Criteria

High school diploma, GED or equiv. International Education

Credit Hours

36

Course Duration

6 Months (Self-Paced) Program

Courses Offered

06

Research In Criminal Justice (JUJ-035)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Introduction To Criminal Justice Research Methods: Theory And Method  
     Ethics In Criminal Justice Research       
     Research Design: The Experimental Model And Its Variations  
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     An Introduction To Alternative Data-Gathering Strategies And The Special Case Of Uniform Crime Reports  
     Sampling And Survey Research: Questionnaires            
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Survey Research: Interviews And Telephone Surveys  
     Participant Observation And Case Studies  
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Unobtrusive Measures, Secondary Analysis, And The Uses Of Official Statistics         
     Validity, Reliability, And Triangulated Strategies  
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Scaling And Index Construction  
     Policy Analysis And Evaluation Research  

Introduction To Criminal Justice Statistics (CRJ-322)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Why The Social Researcher Uses Statistics
     Organizing The Data
     Measures Of Central Tendency
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Measures Of Variability
     Probability And The Normal Curve
     Samples And Populations
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Testing Differences Between Means
     Analysis Of Variance
     Nonparametric Tests Of Significance
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Correlation
     Regression Analysis
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Nonparametric Measures Of Correlation
     Applying Statistical Procedures To Research Problems

Introduction To Criminal Justice (ADS-510)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Educational Leadership
     Developing A Personal Approach To Ethics
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Ethics Of Power And Duty In Educational Leadership
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Ethical Considerations In Leadership At The School-District Level
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Ethical Considerations In School-Building Leadership
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Issue Of Gender And Educational Leadership
     Pluralism, Justice, Discourse Ethics, And Educational Leadership

Victimology (CRJ-526)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Introduction And History Of Victimology             
     Measurement Of Crime And Its Effects                  
     The Criminal Justice System And Victims                       
     The Civil Justice System And Victims  
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Consequences Of Victimization                          
     Empowering Victims                 
     Homicide Victims          
     Females As Victims  
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Spouses As Victims                 
     Child Victims  
     Elder Victims             
     Hate Crimes  
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Special Victim Populations  
     International Victimology                 
     Negligence And Intentional Torts           
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Constitutional And Civil Rights Of Victims  
     Compensation And Restitution Of Victims  
     Victim Impact Statements      

Special Topics In Criminal Justice (CRJ-593)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Crime And Justice In America  
     The Substantive Criminal Law  
     The Law Of Criminal Procedure And The Rights Of The Criminally Accused  
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Nature And Distribution Of Crime And Its Victims  
     Police Operations  
     Issues And Trends In Policing  
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Dynamics Of The Criminal Court  
     Pretrial Procedures: Bail, Pretrial Hearings, And Plea Bargaining  
     The Criminal Trial  
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Sentencing, Appeals, And The Death Penalty  
     Jails And Detention  
     Correctional Institutions  
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Probation, Parole, And Community Corrections  
     Juvenile Justice  
     Drugs, Crime, And The Criminal Justice System  

Ethics In Criminal Justice (CRJ-674)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     What Is Criminal Justice?            
     The Crime Picture         
     The Search For Causes  
     Criminal Law        
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Policing: History And Structure            
     Policing: Purpose And Organization            
     Policing: Legal Aspects            
     Policing: Issues And Challenges         
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Courts: Structure And Participants          
     Pretrial Activities And The Criminal Trial            
     Sentencing            
     Probation, Parole, And Community Corrections            
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Prisons And Jails            
     Prison Life  
     Juvenile Justice       
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Drugs And Crime            
     Terrorism And Multinational Criminal Justice           
     The Future Of Criminal Justice            
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