Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology

The undergraduate program in Criminal Justice and Criminology addresses issues confronting the entire criminal justice system, from the nature of crime and delinquency, to society’s varied responses to it.  A Major in Criminal Justice provides a broad educational background emphasizing social science and qualitative/quantitative research skills to develop and critique basic knowledge regarding crime and social control.  Students at UNC Charlotte learn about crime as a social problem, develop a critical understanding of the criminal justice system, and study the principles involved in achieving planned change.

Students majoring in Criminal Justice may pursue careers in areas within the justice system including, but not limited to, law enforcement, courts, and corrections.  Subsequent to graduation, several students pursue master’s and doctoral degrees in criminal justice creating opportunities for them to engage in teaching and research careers.  This major is also excellent preparation for law school as many students combine their academic work with a second Major in Political Science and/or a Minor in Legal Studies.

The department also offers a a Minor in Criminal Justice, a Minor in Crime Analytics, and a Master of Science degree program in Criminal Justice.  Please see the UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog for details on the M.S. degree.

Programs

• Criminal Justice, B.A.

• Crime Analytics, Minor
• Criminal Justice, Minor

• Criminal Justice, Honors Program

• Crime Analysis, Graduate Certificate, Early Entry
• Criminal Justice, M.S., Early Entry