Bachelor of Science with a Major in Criminology
The online Bachelor of Science in Criminology is based on the philosophy of a liberal arts education, grounded in social science methodologies. The focus for undergraduate students is to achieve mastery of basic academic competencies and an expertise in the field. Faculty seek opportunities to involve students in a range of professional activities to facilitate their entry into the job market or further educational pursuits.
The online Bachelor of Science in Criminology is based on the philosophy of a liberal arts education, grounded in social science methodologies. The focus for undergraduate students is to achieve mastery of basic academic competencies and an expertise in the field. Faculty seek opportunities to involve students in a range of professional activities to facilitate their entry into the job market or further educational pursuits.
The faculty of the Criminology program are committed to
provide quality instruction to students on subjects that fall within the
scope of the discipline, conduct research that contributes to the body
of knowledge in the field,and engage in service that allows practical
application of our knowledge and skills.
The Criminology degree consists of 78 semester hours of
approved coursework beyond the core area of the bachelor's degree.
Eighteen hour is part of the last area in the core (major-related),
while twenty-seven hours are the major courses. Then there are 12 upper
division criminology credit hours, and another nine hours are for upper
division supporting classes. The last 12 hours are electives that must
be taken to fulfill the degree requirements. To see a list of the
courses that require these 78 hours, click here.
To finish the Bachelor of Science in Criminology, you must have 120
semester credit hours. The other 42 hours not included are core area
classes, which can be found here.
For new college students, degree completion is possible in as
little as 3 years (15 credit hours per 3-month semester). Undecided or
transfer students who have completed basic core courses could complete
the major courses in as little as four semesters (15 credit hours per
each semester). Degrees are conferred in May, August and December.
Coursework is available 100% online; required orientation can be done on
campus or virtually.
Accreditation:
Program accreditation: University of West Georgia is accredited by SACS.
Credit & Transfer:
Total hours required to earn a degree: 120 (semester hours)
Maximum Hours Transferable into program: 90
Maximum Hours Transferable into program: 90
Program website and contacts:
The Dept of Criminology Website includes a program handbook, directory of instructors and their credentials, as well as other vital information.
Dr. David Jenks (Pre-enrollment advisor) djenks@westga.edu 678-839-6327
Dr. David Jenks (Pre-enrollment advisor) djenks@westga.edu 678-839-6327
