Undergraduate Catalog 2023-2024 | Page 92

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AY2023-2024 Undergraduate Academic Catalog PLO3 : Analyze ethical decision making , becoming familiar with the major moral and social systems , and their relevance to issues in both criminal justice and in larger societal settings . PLO4 : Identify the purposes and philosophies of the American correctional system , including its use of various punishments and correctional behavior , and articulate the key features of each . PLO5 : Explain the various procedures in the investigation of criminal behavior , understanding the systematic arrangement and theoretical reasoning behind each legal and practical step . PLO6 : Analyze the adversarial legal system in the United States , including the various courts , constituents , and procedures , and explain how they have shaped the legal system as it currently stands in this country .
NOTE : For Major Requirements , see Program Handbook and Curriculum Sheets . For Curriculum Sequence , see Program Handbook .
Academic Criteria for Admission , Progression and Retention
Program Admissions Requirements and Procedures : Any student accepted into the University may declare Criminal Justice as a major .
Internal / External Transfers : Same as University
Academic Standards / Grade Requirements : A grade of C or higher is required in each of the major courses , including PSY 100 and SOC 100 , two general education requirements . A student may achieve less than a “ C ” grade in only two major courses and he / she may repeat these courses only once .
Attendance Policies : See University requirements .
Academic Progress , ( Probation ), and Program Dismissal : If a student , regardless of his / her cumulative grade point average , achieves less than a “ C ” grade on a third major course , or fails to bring all grades up to a “ C ” with one repeat , he / she may be dismissed from the program .
Course Withdrawal Policies : Same as University
Experiential Learning : Students are required to engage in an internship , which allows students to put theory into practice , observe professionals engaging their field of study , practice their skills under the supervision of seasoned professionals , network within their chosen field and gain valuable experience . Requirements and other information regarding the internship are detailed in the Program Handbook . Students should consult with their academic advisor the year before they plan to register for the internship . Students are responsible for their own transportation to and from off campus experiential learning opportunities .
HISTORY
Degree : Bachelor of Arts Program Type : Term Program Modality : On-ground Program Director / Coordinator : Michael Clinton
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