If you would like to add a minor to your degree program, contact your advisor.
Get Started:What is Criminal Justice?
This minor explores the roles of law enforcement, corrections, and criminals within the US criminal justice system. Students will gain a foundational understanding of the theories and practices of individuals in each aspect of the criminal justice system.
Why study Criminal Justice at UNH College of Professional Studies?
The Minor in Criminal Justice can serve as a supplemental course of study to your major, providing you with a solid foundation in understanding criminology, the criminal justice system, and law enforcement.
Curriculum & Requirements
All minor courses must be completed with a minimum grade of C-, and a 2.0 grade point average must be maintained in courses for the minor. Two courses must be at the upper level (600 or 700). Only 8 credits may overlap between major and minor.
Minor Requirements
Code | Title | Credits |
---|---|---|
CRIM 410 | Introduction to Criminology | 4 |
CRIM 555 | The Criminal Justice System | 4 |
CRIM 600 | Crime Prevention and Control | 4 |
Select one of the following: | 4 | |
CRIM 425 | Juvenile Justice | |
CRIM 645 | Crime Victim Rights and Remedies | |
SOCI 675 | Child Abuse and Neglect | |
Select one of the following: | 4 | |
CRIM 680 | Corrections, Probation and Parole | |
CRIM 707 | Constitutional Law | |
Total Credits | 20 |