Criminal Justice Tracks
B.S.
Law Enforcement
BS in CJ – Law Enforcement:
Cybersecurity
BS in CJ – Cybersecurity:
Forensic Science
BS in CJ – Forensic Science:
Legal Studies
BS in CJ – Legal Studies:
BS in CJ – Law
Enforcement:
- This general track offers a multidisciplinary approach to understanding the criminal justice field. It covers law enforcement at the local, state & federal level, corrections, the court, probation and juvenile justice.
- This track will prepare students for various roles within these criminal justice fields to include child protection, police officers, state troopers, correction officers, special agents and more.
BS in
CJ
– Cybersecurity:
- Cybersecurity is the practice of protecting computer systems, networks, programs and data from digital attacks, damage, theft or unauthorized access.
- This involves a combination of technologies, processes and policies to safeguard information and ensure confidence, integrity and availability of digital assets.
- Cybersecurity specialists may find employment with government agencies, the military, IT companies, financial institutions, and numerous other businesses in this growing digital age.
BS in CJ – Forensic Science:
Forensic Science is the application of scientific principles and techniques to matters of law, particularly in criminal and civil investigations. Forensic Science typically involves the collection, examination and analysis of physical evidence to aid in investigations, establish facts, and potentially link suspects to criminal acts. A Forensic Scientist may work as Crime Scene Technicians, Criminalist, or in labs examining and analyzing different types of evidence from chemical residue, blood splatter to DNA.
BS in
CJ
–
Legal Studies
- A Legal Studies concentration provides students with a comprehensive understanding of law and principles related to the legal system. This will prepare an individual with skills applicable to various roles in the legal field and related areas, including paralegal work, compliance and legal analysis. This could also lead to taking the LSAT and attending law school.
BS in CJ – Forensic Psychology:
Forensic Psychology is a field that applies psychological principles and knowledge to help understand, assess, and address issues related to the criminal justice field. Forensic psychologists may work in court settings with juror selection & witness credibility, in law enforcement agencies or correctional facilities. They may specialize in criminal profiling, victimology or juvenile assistance.
MEET OUR FACULTY
Mr. John Mayer,
Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice
Retired FBI Special Agent
B.S., University of TN, Martin
M.C.J., Boston University
jmayer@bmc.edu
Why BMCU is best for your future!
Blue Mountain Christian University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award baccalaureate and master’s degrees. Degree-granting institutions also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels.
