The Advanced Start Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice with an Emphasis in Computer Crime focuses on the basics of computer crime and its possible effects on business and society. The program as offered by Kaplan University also provides learning in computer crime investigation, the legal implications of crime monitoring in cyberspace, computer forensics, and digital asset protection. While the basic program provides a foundational understanding of the criminal justice field and a broad liberal arts education, the emphasis area allows students to acquire specialized skills in a specific area of the field.

Required Major Courses include Introduction to the Criminal Justice System, Criminology I, Criminal Investigation, Computer/Technology and Criminal Justice Information Systems, Criminal Procedure, Criminal Law for Criminal Justice, Applied Criminal Justice Ethics, Research Methods in Criminal Justice, 300/400 Level Major Elective, Bachelor’s Capstone on Criminal Justice, Eight Skills of the Effective Criminal Justice Student or Pathways to Academic Success, and 200/300 Level Course. Students also have to take any of the offered 300/400 Level Courses which include Comparative Criminal Justice Systems, Supervisory Practices in Criminal Justice, Organized Crime, and Managing Criminal Justice Organizations. Computer Crime Emphasis Area Courses consist of Internet Vulnerabilities and the Legal Implications of Monitoring Criminal Activity in Cyberspace, Investigating Cybercrime, Computer Forensics, and Protecting Digital Assets. Total program length is ninety (90) credit hours at a cost of $ 425.00 per credit.

Graduates may find career opportunities in juvenile justice facilities, fraud investigation, parole, probation, corrections or law enforcement. Applicants must have an associate or bachelor’s degree from another field so credits earned from prior leaning can be applied towards the program. Accreditation is provided by The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.