Program Overview

  • Duration

    6 Months (Self-Paced) Program

    Can be done in 6 months

  • Total Courses

    06

  • Total Credit Hours

    36

Our Criminal Justice program provides a comprehensive understanding of the criminal justice system, including law enforcement, legal processes, and the correctional system. Students explore the principles of criminology, criminal law, and ethics. With a foundation in these areas, graduates are prepared to pursue diverse careers in law enforcement, court administration, and criminal justice agencies.

FOUNDATIONS OF CRIMINAL LAW AND JUSTICE SYSTEMS:

The College of Criminal Justice begins with a comprehensive exploration of criminal law and justice systems. Students acquire a deep understanding of legal principles, criminology, and law enforcement practices. This foundational knowledge equips them with the skills necessary to navigate the complex world of criminal justice.


PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT:

Beyond the classroom, our College of Criminal Justice places a strong emphasis on practical experience and community engagement. Students have opportunities to intern with law enforcement agencies, participate in mock trials, and engage with local communities. These experiences not only enhance their practical skills but also provide valuable insights into the criminal justice field.


GLOBAL CRIMINAL JUSTICE ISSUES AND CROSS-BORDER COLLABORATIONS:

The College of Criminal Justice at Hudson Bay University is committed to addressing global criminal justice issues and fostering cross-border collaborations. Our curriculum explores international perspectives on crime and justice and encourages students to engage in collaborative research and initiatives with organizations worldwide. This global perspective equips students to tackle complex challenges in the realm of criminal justice.

Explore the juvenile justice system, focusing on the legal, social, and ethical issues surrounding juvenile offenders and their treatment in the criminal justice system.


Provides an introduction to criminal justice statistics, including data analysis, research methods, and the interpretation of crime data. Students gain statistical skills for criminal justice analysis.


Provides an overview of the criminal justice system and its components. Students study law enforcement, the courts, and corrections, gaining foundational knowledge for careers in criminal justice and related fields.


Focuses on victimology, the study of victims and victimization. Students explore the impact of crime on victims and the role of victim services in the justice system.


Allows students to explore specialized and emerging topics in criminal justice. The course provides in-depth knowledge of unique areas within the criminal justice field.


Examines ethical issues in criminal justice, including police ethics, court ethics, and ethical dilemmas in corrections. Students study the moral challenges within the criminal justice system.

Cost of Attendance

Tuition Fee Breakdown Cost
UNDERGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE $3,240
Medical Insurance $0.00
Personal Expenses $0.00
Study Materials $0.00
Food Cost $0.00
Total Tuition Fee $3,240
WHERE AFFORDABILITY

Meets Opportunity

At Hudson Bay University, we believe in where affordability meets opportunity. Our commitment to accessible education ensures that quality learning doesn't come with a hefty price tag. We open the doors to knowledge, offering students the chance to thrive without the burden of overwhelming tuition fees, empowering them for a brighter future.

Our Eligibility Criteria

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Eligibility Criteria

High school diploma, GED or equiv. International Education

Credit Hours

36

Course Duration

6 Months (Self-Paced) Program

Courses Offered

06

Research In Criminal Justice (JUJ-035)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Introduction To Criminal Justice Research Methods: Theory And Method  
     Ethics In Criminal Justice Research       
     Research Design: The Experimental Model And Its Variations  
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     An Introduction To Alternative Data-Gathering Strategies And The Special Case Of Uniform Crime Reports  
     Sampling And Survey Research: Questionnaires            
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Survey Research: Interviews And Telephone Surveys  
     Participant Observation And Case Studies  
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Unobtrusive Measures, Secondary Analysis, And The Uses Of Official Statistics         
     Validity, Reliability, And Triangulated Strategies  
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Scaling And Index Construction  
     Policy Analysis And Evaluation Research  

Introduction To Criminal Justice Statistics (CRJ-322)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Why The Social Researcher Uses Statistics
     Organizing The Data
     Measures Of Central Tendency
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Measures Of Variability
     Probability And The Normal Curve
     Samples And Populations
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Testing Differences Between Means
     Analysis Of Variance
     Nonparametric Tests Of Significance
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Correlation
     Regression Analysis
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Nonparametric Measures Of Correlation
     Applying Statistical Procedures To Research Problems

Introduction To Criminal Justice (ADS-510)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Educational Leadership
     Developing A Personal Approach To Ethics
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Ethics Of Power And Duty In Educational Leadership
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Ethical Considerations In Leadership At The School-District Level
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Ethical Considerations In School-Building Leadership
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Issue Of Gender And Educational Leadership
     Pluralism, Justice, Discourse Ethics, And Educational Leadership

Victimology (CRJ-526)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Introduction And History Of Victimology             
     Measurement Of Crime And Its Effects                  
     The Criminal Justice System And Victims                       
     The Civil Justice System And Victims  
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Consequences Of Victimization                          
     Empowering Victims                 
     Homicide Victims          
     Females As Victims  
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Spouses As Victims                 
     Child Victims  
     Elder Victims             
     Hate Crimes  
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Special Victim Populations  
     International Victimology                 
     Negligence And Intentional Torts           
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Constitutional And Civil Rights Of Victims  
     Compensation And Restitution Of Victims  
     Victim Impact Statements      

Special Topics In Criminal Justice (CRJ-593)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Crime And Justice In America  
     The Substantive Criminal Law  
     The Law Of Criminal Procedure And The Rights Of The Criminally Accused  
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Nature And Distribution Of Crime And Its Victims  
     Police Operations  
     Issues And Trends In Policing  
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Dynamics Of The Criminal Court  
     Pretrial Procedures: Bail, Pretrial Hearings, And Plea Bargaining  
     The Criminal Trial  
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Sentencing, Appeals, And The Death Penalty  
     Jails And Detention  
     Correctional Institutions  
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Probation, Parole, And Community Corrections  
     Juvenile Justice  
     Drugs, Crime, And The Criminal Justice System  

Ethics In Criminal Justice (CRJ-674)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     What Is Criminal Justice?            
     The Crime Picture         
     The Search For Causes  
     Criminal Law        
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Policing: History And Structure            
     Policing: Purpose And Organization            
     Policing: Legal Aspects            
     Policing: Issues And Challenges         
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Courts: Structure And Participants          
     Pretrial Activities And The Criminal Trial            
     Sentencing            
     Probation, Parole, And Community Corrections            
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Prisons And Jails            
     Prison Life  
     Juvenile Justice       
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Drugs And Crime            
     Terrorism And Multinational Criminal Justice           
     The Future Of Criminal Justice