Criminal Justice
November 25, 2023 2026-02-25 12:23Criminal Justice
You are interested in the law…Whether that means becoming a lawyer, getting involved in law enforcement as a detective, or practicing forensics, you want to use your career to understand and uphold the law.
Why Choose TWU's Criminal Justice Degree?
Hands-On Learning
Real-world experiences like crime scene work and trial simulations.
Career-Focused Curriculum
Prepares you for law enforcement, law school, corrections, and more.
Small Classes, Direct Mentorship
Personalized attention from faculty who know your goals.
Engaged Learning Beyond the Classroom
Clubs, guest speakers, and experiential opportunities that build your résumé and prepare you for life beyond graduation.
Criminal Justice
The Criminal Justice major is designed to provide students with a curriculum grounded in a foundation of liberal arts, behavioral science, and a broad knowledge of criminal justice with a strong emphasis on ethical decision-making. The degree prepares students for entry-level positions in criminal justice and for graduate study in many criminal justice-related fields. Academic study is complemented by a criminal justice internship opportunity that provides practical experience in, and knowledge of, criminal justice agencies and organizations in the community.
Criminal Justice Major
A Criminal Justice major is exposed to a wide variety of subjects and topics that prepare them for an array of different jobs. Students will learn about ethics within the field, as well as law and theory.
CREDITS
45 semester hours
Criminal Justice Minor
A minor in Criminal Justice is a strong complement to nearly any major. Whether you’re studying business, psychology, sociology, political science, or another field, this minor broadens your understanding of the legal system, public policy, and the social factors that shape crime and justice.
CREDITS
18 semester hours
Forensic Science Emphasis
The Forensic Science emphasis is for criminal justice majors who wish to pursue a career in the world of forensics. Students with this emphasis will study the traditional criminal justice curriculum in addition to at least three courses directly connected with the study of forensics.
CREDITS
9 semester hours
Legal Studies Minor
A minor in Legal Studies gives you a focused foundation in how the law works through courses like criminal justice, trial practice, legal research, torts, and contracts, enhancing critical thinking and writing skills that benefit careers in law-related fields or further study. It pairs well with many majors and can strengthen your resume for law school or jobs where understanding legal processes and reasoning is an asset.
CREDITS
18 semester hours
