Sociology Criminal Justice - Longwood University

Sociology Criminal Justice from Longwood University is a Campus Master Criminal Justice degree that prepares you for a Legal career. The Department of Sociology, Anthropology and Criminal Justice Studies offers a program leading to the degree of Master of Science - Sociology, with a concentration in Criminal Justice. The mission of graduate sociology is an extension of the general mission of Longwood University . The goal is to develop in our students qualities of the citizen-leader by providing graduate-level education that emphasizes the applied use of sociological theories and methods. Students have the opportunity to learn how to apply sociology through practica, real life experience in their professional fields.With a program designed to serve students who are already in a service profession related to sociology and those seeking positions in these fields, we offer the kind of education that will encourage professional growth and enhance leadership ability. The student interested in the many fields of criminal justice will benefit from our program's well-developed ties to various criminal justice and related institutions throughout the region. The program is unique in four ways. First, it is oriented to the application of sociological theories and methods to social life. This includes issues related to crime, juvenile delinquency, poverty, family violence, service delivery, and human resources. Second, the program utilizes off-campus and online course offerings and a blend of traditional and innovative time formats. These arrangements make the program especially attractive for inservice professionals. Third, because it is grounded in the liberal arts discipline of sociology, it is an appropriate degree program for students in a variety of vocations. Fourth, the program is well integrated into local and regional criminal justice and social service agencies and is supported by an advisory panel of distinguished professionals. View more details on Longwood University . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Criminal Justice courses.