Justice Studies - James Madison University

Justice Studies from James Madison University is a Campus Bachelor Law degree that prepares you for a Legal career. Mission Statement Justice studies is committed to offering an interdisciplinary, intellectually challenging and vocationally relevant course of study for persons interested in academic or applied careers in justice studies at the community, national or global level. Goals To carry out this mission, justice studies seeks to: help students develop a comprehensive understanding of justice studies. examine and explain justice and injustice and their impact on individuals, communities, institutions and/or nations. understand human behavior and interactive systems with a focus on negotiation and conflict resolution in justice contexts. sharpen students' ability to think and reason critically, to practice sound methodological skills and to communicate effectively. prepare students to utilize and produce scholarship in the field of justice studies . Career Opportunities Law enforcement Corrections Law Peace Corps Nonprofit groups (national and international) Human Services Domestic and International Security Intelligence Analysis Diplomatic Corps Research and Graduate Study Students select one track: Track A. Crime and Criminology This track focuses on the nature, causes and solutions for crime, primarily in the USA. Track B. Global Justice and Policy This track focuses on issues of justice in global context, including international political and economic relations, international law, the global environment, human rights, and the encounter between cultures. Across the many disciplines embraced by this track, the topic of achieving justice in its plurality of manifestations serves as a unifying element. Track C. Social Justice This track focuses on aspects of social justice; how individuals, families, organizations, communities and societies engage in social justice. This includes legislation, course action, and federal, state, and municipal programs as well as local efforts such as restorative justice , alternative dispute resolution, victim support, abuse prevention, and community organizing. View more details on James Madison University . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Law courses.