Bacheor of Arts - Criminology & Justice Studies

Bachelors Degree 4 Years On-Campus United States
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About This Programme

Our Criminology & Justice Studies major at Avila University is viewed broadly as encompassing the scientific study of crime, criminals, the criminal justice system, crime prevention, and the treatment of offenders. The program is interdisciplinary and integrative in nature, drawing upon several academic disciplines and paradigms for theoretical and methodological approaches.  students have the opportunity for internships with the police, victim assistance, security, shelters, mental health, and corrections. Currently the criminal justice program has on-campus programs but coming soon is an undergraduate online criminal justice program.

Career Path

Graduates of this program can pursue careers as Criminal Investigator, Forensic Science Technician Probation Officer, Corrections Officer, Victim Advocate, Juvenile Justice Specialist, Legal Assistant, Crime Analyst, Policy Analyst (Criminal Justice Focus), Private Investigator, Security Consultant, Law Enforcement Officer, Fraud Examiner, Cybercrime Analyst.

Eligibility Requirements
Post Study Work Visa
Post Study Work Visa availability - YES
Admission Requirement
We’ve simplified the admission process to help you get started quickly and easily. You can find all requirements for admission to Avila University - Kansas City, Missouri Campus below;

1. WASSCE/A level Certificate 

2. School Transcript

3. Passport

4. Recommendation Letter

English Language Requirement

Avila Universty - Kansas City, Missouri will accept, for the purposes of meeting the English proficiency requirement, English taken in 12-year education, or English is designated as the primary and official language and the principle language of instruction. If you do not meet the English language requirements yet, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme with the university or submit 

1. English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 (or equivalent) or PTE Score or Duolingo English Test score before you start your course.

Programme Details
Bachelors Degree Level
4 Years Duration
On-Campus Mode
United States Country
Intakes
January, 2026
May, 2025 → October, 2025
Closed
March, 2026
May, 2025 → December, 2025
Closed
May, 2026
July, 2025 → February, 2026
Open
August, 2026
October, 2025 → May, 2026
Open
October, 2026
December, 2025 → July, 2026
Open
January, 2027
May, 2026 → October, 2026
Likely Open
March, 2027
May, 2026 → December, 2026
Likely Open
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