MSc in Criminal Justice
The University of Southern Mississippi College of Arts and Sciences
Key Information
Campus location
Hattiesburg, USA
Languages
English
Study format
Distance Learning
Duration
2 years
Pace
Full time, Part time
Tuition fees
USD 4,448 / per semester *
Application deadline
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* Full-time, cost per semester: $4,448. Part-time, cost per hour: $494.12
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Introduction
The master's program in criminal justice provides an advanced course of study designed to prepare students for career advancement, admission to Ph.D. programs, or law school. Students complete interesting and interactive courses in a seminar format in the areas of theory, research methods, civil liberties, criminal justice policy, juvenile law, policing, and other topics.
Why Graduate School?
The master's degree is designed to develop analytical, communication, and research skills while mastering advanced content in the field of criminal justice.
Faculty Interaction and Mentoring
Graduate students are engaged in advanced coursework and research with university faculty. Graduate students assist faculty with research and are strongly encouraged to develop an independent focus while in the program. The integration of faculty and student research interests allows for meaningful experiences that significantly develop research and applied evaluation skills among our students. Our graduate students are encouraged to present their research at professional conferences and work to publish their research in reputable outlets.
Overview
The School of Criminal Justice, Forensic Science, and Security offers the Master of Science in Criminal Justice in a fully online format.
The Master of Science in Criminal Justice is designed to prepare students for diverse careers in the modern justice system, for doctoral study or law school. Graduates are equipped to apply theoretical and applied knowledge to issues within the justice and public policy contexts thus allowing advanced examination and analysis of issues within modern justice and legal systems.
Program Requirements and Academic Policies
The Master of Science in Criminal Justice requires a minimum of thirty (30) hours of criminal justice coursework (with 18 hours at the 600 level or above) plus the successful completion of a comprehensive examination. In addition, students select a thesis or non-thesis option (capstone project) within the degree program.