Master of Science, Major in Criminology with Concentration in Global Criminology
San Jose State University
USA,California
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24 Months
Duration
CAD 17,494/year
Tuition Fee
CAD 70
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USA, California
Type: University
Location Type: Urban
Founded: 1857
Total Students: 36,000 +
Campus Detail
Main Campus Address
1 Washington Sq, San Jose, CA 95192, United States
Master of Science, Major in Criminology with Concentration in Global Criminology
Program Overview
The Department of Justice Studies at San José State University offers an online Master of Science in Criminology with a Concentration in Global Criminology designed to adapt to the ever-changing environment of the justice and legal systems, and the discipline of criminology. It uniquely combines advanced study of contemporary international crime and the various responses to crime around the globe with analytic and research techniques used by advanced scholars. It provides an international comparative curriculum that develops analytical skills, understanding of legal concepts, theoretical competency, and abilities to apply criminology in practical ways. It aims to equip graduates with a truly global outlook on crime and criminal justice, a commitment to international justice, and professional competencies to apply practices from around the globe to meet the particular needs of their communities.
Program Learning Outcomes
At the end of a Master of Science degree in Criminology, students will be able to:
- Describe ways to create social change through a critical understanding of the local and global dimensions of crime.
- Articulate and evaluate scholarly-grounded perspectives on issues of crime and justice, including ways that criminology explains crime and reactions to crime, through academic, professional and social media.
- Explain theories, assumptions, foundational knowledge, analytical and interpretive protocols, tools, and technologies within the field of criminology at a level demonstrating preparation for advanced professional responsibilities, or pursuing a PhD in criminology-related areas.
- Demonstrate skills in each step of an investigative, creative, or practical project (e.g., brainstorming, planning, formulating hypotheses or complex questions, designing, creating, completing, and communicating) that helps advance understanding of a criminological or related issue.
- Employ global perspectives on criminology and concepts of justice to support research-informed solutions to contemporary social problems.
Application Fee
Application Fee: CAD 70 Tuition Fee
CAD 17,494 per year
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
Living Cost in San Jose State University
CAD 23,000 per year
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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