Buffalo State University 11 courses
The Criminal Justice minor is open to all students not majoring in Criminal Justice who have completed at least one semester of full-time study at Buffalo State University and who are in good academic standing at this institution (2.0 G.P.A. or better). The Criminal Justice Minor is intended to complement the student's major course of study, broaden and enhance career opportunities, and provide expertise in an area of interdisciplinary studies. The curriculum is composed of 18 credit hours taken from the Criminal Justice program and will provide a basic background in the subject area.
Required Courses
Complete ALL of the following Courses:
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CRJ 101 | Introduction to Criminal Justice | 3 |
| CRJ 201 | Criminal Law | 3 |
| CRJ 303 | Criminal Justice Theory and Ideology | 3 |
| Total Required Courses | 9 credits | |
Electives
Complete at least 3 of the following courses: Total Credit Hours
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CRJ 302 | Criminal Justice and the Community | 3 |
| CRJ 305 | The Juvenile Justice System | 3 |
| CRJ 306 | Probation, Parole, and Community Corrections | 3 |
| CRJ 307 | Comparative Criminal Justice System | 3 |
| CRJ 317 | Constitutional Issues in Criminal Justice | 3 |
| CRJ 320 | Criminal Courts | 3 |
| CRJ 406 | Correctional Institutions and Programs | 3 |
| CRJ 409 | Advanced Issues in Law Enforcement | 3 |
| Total Electives | 9 credits | |
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