Undergraduate Certificate in Criminal Justice

The Certificate in Criminal Justice is designed to familiarize students with the organization and operation of the major branches of the criminal justice system, their mandate and related materials about the nature and extent of crime. Students are introduced to legal aspects of administrating justice as well as some of the behavioral dimensions of how judges and other key players in the justice system carry out their respective roles. The program builds upon popular interest in crime, criminal behavior, and crime scene investigation. It requires no prerequisites and is complementary to most majors, especially psychology and political science.