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Bachelor of Science in Criminology and Criminal Justice
The Bachelor of Science in Criminology and Criminal Justice (BSCCJ) degree requires the completion of 120 credit hours with an overall grade point average (GPA) of 2.0. The first 45 hours of course work is defined as the Pre-Criminology & Criminal Justice Curriculum. Criminology and Criminal Justice course work is offered on both the Omaha and Lincoln campuses of the University of Nebraska. The BSCCJ degree can be earned in its entirety on the Lincoln campus; however, the degree is conferred by the University of Nebraska at Omaha. All of the school policies and requirements applicable to students seeking the BSCCJ degree are the same on both campuses.
Undergraduate Minor Options in Criminology and Criminal Justice
There are several options for undergraduate minors that are available to Criminology and Criminal Justice majors.
Undergraduate students at UNO in other majors may also minor in Criminology and Criminal Justice.
Master of Science in Criminology and Criminal Justice
The Master of Science in Criminology and Criminal Justice emphasizes criminology and criminal justice research, theory, planning and administration. It is a 36 credit-hour non-thesis program. This degree program offers the student a choice of either the standard Master of Science curriculum or a Master of Science with an option in Public Administration or a Master of Science with an option in Counseling. The Public Administration Option is especially recommended for administrators or future administrators within the criminal justice system. The Counseling Option is designed for those who wish to work with juvenile and adult offenders in the criminal justice system.
Master of Arts in Criminology and Criminal Justice
The Master of Arts in Criminology and Criminal Justice emphasizes criminology and criminal justice research, theory, planning and administration. It is a 30 credit-hour program designed to emphasize research activity and independent inquiry, while simultaneously providing fundamental course work. This degree is especially recommended for those students seeking an interim degree prior to obtaining the Ph.D and it requires the completion of a master's thesis.
Doctorate of Philosophy in Criminology and Criminal Justice
The doctoral program in Criminology and Criminal Justice is organized around four components: a set of skills-based, required courses intended to provide a solid foundation in theory and research on crime and criminal justice; a set of elective courses that provide an opportunity for more in depth study of particular substantive areas related to crime and criminal justice; a comprehensive examination; and, a dissertation. The Ph.D. in Criminology and Criminal Justice requires a minimum of 92 graduate hours beyond the baccalaureate degree. This can include up to 30 hours earned in a master's degree program. Satisfactory completion of a teaching practicum also is required.
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