For a complete list of program requirements see the
BA Integrated Studies or the
BS Integrated Studies.
Total Program Credits: 18
Discipline Core Requirements: | 9 Credits | ||
NSS 2010 | Introduction to National Security | 3 | |
NSS 301R | National Security Area Studies | 3 | |
NSS 4600 | National Security Law | 3 | |
Elective Requirements: | 9 Credits | ||
Complete 9 credits from the following: | 9 | ||
NSS 3050 | US Intelligence Community (3) | ||
NSS 4210 | Law of War (3) | ||
NSS 4250 | National Security Career Strategies (3) | ||
NSS 475R | Current Topics in National Security (3) | ||
NSS 4800 | Intelligence Analysis and Tradecraft (3) | ||
NSS 481R | National Security Internship (1) | ||
NSS 491R | Directed Readings and Special Projects in National Security (1) | ||
NSS 4990 | National Security Capstone Seminar (3) | ||
ESMG 310G | Introduction to Homeland Security (3) | ||
POLS 3100 | Survey of International Terrorism (3) | ||
POLS 3150 | US Presidency (3) | ||
POLS 3400 | American Foreign Policy (3) | ||
POLS 1440 | Introduction to Middle East Politics (3) | ||
POLS 1800 | Our Global Community (3) | ||
POLS 2100 | Introduction to International Relations (3) | ||
POLS 3500 | International Relations of the Middle East (3) | ||
POLS 3600 | International Relations of East Asia (3) | ||
POLS 3610 | International Organization (3) | ||
POLS 3680 | International Political Economy (3) | ||
POLS 4500 | International Conflict and Security (3) | ||
POLS 4610 | International Law (3) | ||
POLS 3210 | World Diplomacy (3) | ||
PJST 3020 | The Ethics of War and Peace (3) | ||
PJST 3100 | Introduction to Human Security (3) | ||
PJST 3400 | Conflict Transformation Resolution and Sustainable Peace (3) | ||
CJ 3340 | Terrorism and the Criminal Justice System (3) | ||
CJ 4160 | Constitutional Criminal Rights (3) | ||
CNST 4795 | Civil Rights and Civil Liberties (3) | ||
HIST 3440 | The History of World War I (3) | ||
HIST 345G | The History of World War II (3) | ||
HIST 4140 | Genocide in the Twentieth Century (3) | ||
IT 2700 | Information Security Fundamentals (3) | ||
MILS 259R | Current Topics in Military Science (3) | ||
MILS 4200 | The Profession of Arms I (3) | ||
MILS 4210 | The Profession of Arms II (3) |
This graduation plan is a sample plan and is intended to be a guide. Your specific plan may differ based on your Math and English placement and/or transfer credits applied. You are encouraged to meet with an advisor and set up an individualized graduation plan in Wolverine Track.
Milestone courses (pre-requisites for a course in one of the subsequent semesters) are marked in red and italicized.
Semester 1 | Course Title | Credit Hours |
CJ 1010 or POLS 1100 | Introduction to Criminal Justice or American Nat’l Govt. (Matriculation requirement) | 3 |
Semester total: | 3 | |
Semester 2 | Course Title | Credit Hours |
NSS 2010 | Introduction to National Security | 3 |
Semester total: | 3 | |
Semester 3 | Course Title | Credit Hours |
NSS 4600 | National Security Law | 3 |
Elective | 3 | |
Semester total: | 6 | |
Semester 4 | Course Title | Credit Hours |
NSS 301R | National Security Area Studies | 3 |
Elective | 3 | |
Semester total: | 6 | |
Semester 5 | Course Title | Credit Hours |
NSS 475R | Current Topics in National Security | 3 |
Elective | 3 | |
Semester total: | 6 | |
Degree total: | 24 |
Name: |
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement |
Location: |
EN 101 |
Telephone: |
801-863-7230 |
Email: |
CRIMINALJUSTICE@uvu.edu |
Web Address: |
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Chair: |
Mission Statement
Criminal Justice Mission
The Criminal Justice program is committed to fostering a challenging and intellectually stimulating environment that provides a broad range of interactive academic and field experiences. An understanding and appreciation of the theory, research, policy and practice of criminal justice, as a unique discipline, will be advanced. The department will promote the development of future professionals who are capable of assuming responsibility for the research, continuing scholarship and administration of the criminal justice system.
Forensic Science Mission
The Forensic Science program is committed to fostering a challenging and intellectually stimulating environment that provides a broad range of interactive academic and field experiences. An understanding and appreciation of theory, research, policy and practice of forensic science, as a unique discipline, will be advanced. The department will promote the development of future professionals who are capable of assuming responsibility for the research, continuing scholarship and administration of forensic science.
Center for National Security Studies Mission
The Center for National Security Studies (CNSS) is a nonpartisan academic institution for the instruction, analysis, and discussion of the issues related to the field of U.S. national security. The mission of the CNSS is twofold: to promote an interdisciplinary academic environment on campus that critically examines both the theoretical and practical aspects of the national security policy and practice; and to assist students in preparing for public and private sector national security careers through acquisition of subject matter expertise, analytical skills, and practical experience. The CNSS partners with local, regional, national, and international public and private sector organizations to promote this mission.
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Careers: | ||
For those trained in Criminal Justice, opportunities exist in local, state, federal, and private law enforcement i.e., DEA agent, FBI agent, corrections officer, security officer, private investigator, game law enforcement officer, immigration inspector, Alcohol/Tobacco/Firearms inspector, United States Marshall, Internal Revenue officer, Border Patrol agent, Consumer Safety inspector, and other fields depending on chosen option. |
Follow the links below to view current, detailed Utah Department of Workforce Services occupational information for that career.