This degree program could help develop the talent you need to start or advance your career in the field of international and comparative criminal justice.* You will be taught to collect, analyze, synthesize, and report information regarding international and comparative criminal justice procedures and investigations. Particular emphasis is placed on evaluating policy recommendations, planning, procedural design, emerging trends, and preventative approaches to transnational crime to help you stand out in this field.

 Program Highlights 

The Bachelor of Science in International and Comparative Criminal Justice is designed to provide a foundation for a critical, global approach to the analysis of cross-cultural theories of crime, legal systems, jurisprudence, policing, courts, juvenile justice, and other substantive offenses. This includes, but is not limited to:

  • Areas of study in computer crime, smuggling, narco-terrorism, human and migrant trafficking, and cyberlaundering
  • The complexities of the causes, prevention, and containment of global criminal activity
  • Evaluation of the components of international criminal justice systems as they apply to transnational and international crime
  • Analysis of the impact of varying global legal systems on human rights and crimes against humanity

A Fast Track to a Master’s Degree

Eligible students in this bachelor's degree program who want to continue on to pursue a master's degree within the School of Criminal Justice or School of Legal Studies may be interested in the accelerated master's degree option. Students complete graduate-level courses within this undergraduate plan of study. Once accepted to the master’s degree program, students transfer in the graduate courses and matriculate into a shortened degree plan. This accelerated option allows students to complete both their bachelor's degree and master's degree in less time and at a lower cost than completing both programs separately. Accelerated options are offered for the following programs:

Qualification for accelerated options is subject to eligibility requirements. Please contact an Admissions Advisor for more information.

 Curriculum for the Bachelor of Science in International and Comparative Criminal Justice 

    Courses Credits
    Communication Course 5
    Mathematics Course 5
    Communication Course 5
    Arts and Humanities Course 6
    Physical Science Course 6
    Social Science Course 6
    Courses Credits
    Eight Skills of the Effective Criminal Justice Student 5
    Introduction to the Criminal Justice System 5
    Criminology I 5
    Foundations of International and Comparative Criminal Justice 5
    Introduction to International Policing 5
    Criminal Investigation 5
    Peacekeeping Operations 5
    Investigating Terrorism 5
    Terrorism, WMD, and Disaster Response Methodology 6
    Comparative Criminal Justice Systems 6
    Organized Crime 6
    Global Culture and Criminal Justice 6
    Trends in International Policing 6
    Current Gender Issues in International Criminal Justice 6
    Role of Criminal Justice in Peacekeeping Operations 6
    Bachelor’s Capstone for International and Comparative Criminal Justice 6
    Courses Credits
    Open Electives 59
    Total Program Requirements 180

  

 Already Have College Credits? 

Let us evaluate your transcripts. You may qualify for our Advanced Start Bachelor of Science in International and Comparative Criminal Justice program and be eligible to earn your bachelor's degree in criminal justice from Kaplan University in as little as two years.†


What Are the Career Opportunities?

This program prepares graduates to pursue careers in which international and multijurisdictional crime plays an important role. Career opportunities include special agent, intelligence research specialist, collection management officer, counterterrorism analyst, and protective agent. Agencies and departments that may be looking for degree holders include the Department of Homeland Security, the Drug Enforcement Administration, metropolitan police departments, the United Nations, U.S. immigration, customs enforcement, and the CIA.*

For more information, chat live or call an Admissions Advisor at 866.527.5268 (Toll Free).

Tuition and Fees

Cost per credit hour$371.00
Total program requirements180
Total cost of tuition$66,780.00

This program requires a $100 technology fee per term. Effective June 5, 2010, a minimum tuition deposit, depending on your program and as described in the Tuition and Fees Supplement, is required at the time of enrollment. The deposit will be credited toward your tuition when you begin classes. Qualifying transfer credit may reduce your total costs. Refer to the University Catalog for transfer of credit policy. We encourage you to explore the availability of financial aid and scholarships. For more information, chat live or call an Admissions Advisor at 866.527.5268 (Toll Free).

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*Kaplan University's programs are designed to prepare graduates to pursue employment in their field of study, or in related fields. However, the University does not guarantee that graduates will be placed in any particular job or employed at all. Additional police academy training may be required for law enforcement jobs.
†Speak to an Admissions Advisor or refer to our University Catalog for our Transfer of Credit policy.