Special Programs

Criminal justice programs are also offered in Liberty County; baccalaureate programs in both criminal justice and political science are offered at the Brunswick Center at Georgia Coastal Community College. The bachelor of science in criminal justice (B.S.C.J.) is available on campus, at the Liberty Center, and at the Brunswick Center. In addition, the master of science in criminal justice (M.S.C.J.) is offered on campus and at the Liberty Center.

Progress Requirements

All department majors are required to take an exit examination (the Area Concentration Achievement Test for their respective field) prior to graduation. Majors interested in the associate degree with peace officer certification must also contact the Regional Criminal Justice Training Center located on campus. All minors also require a C or better in each course.

Masters Degree in Criminal Justice

The goal of the masters of science in criminal justice is to prepare graduates with:

1. Sophisticated knowledge and understanding of the criminal justice system.
2. Knowledge and understanding of the administration of individual criminal justice agencies.
3. Knowledge and skills to apply advanced research methodology to collect, analyze, synthesize, and report information and empirical data.
4. Knowledge and sensitivity prerequisite to ethical practice and professionalism as a criminal justice practitioner.