The criminology and criminal justice major prepares students for work in the criminal justice system.

The major also is appropriate preparation for graduate study in the social sciences and law. The major gives students a strong foundation in criminology and sociology while simultaneously emphasizing how academic knowledge can be applied in occupational settings.

Skills can be developed in oral and written communication, critical thinking, scientific research methods, statistics and computerized data analysis.

Career Opportunities

Law Enforcement Careers

• Canine Officer / K9 Handler
• Police Officer
• Park Ranger
• Detective

Federal Law Enforcement Careers

• FBI Special Agent
• CIA Agent
• Federal Air Marshal
• Diplomatic Security Special Agent

Correctional Careers

• Correctional Officer
• Parole Officer
• Probation Officer
• Victim Witness Assistant

Forensic Science / CSI Careers

• Latent/Finger Print Examiner
• Forensic Examiner
• Forensic Pathologist
• Forensic Toxicologist

General Education

 

The General Education curriculum is much more than "required courses."

These courses are required of all of our students because Longwood University firmly believes that the foundation of a classic liberal arts education is critical to the school's mission to "develop citizen leaders who are prepared to make positive contributions to the common good of society." According to our Dean, Dr. Chuck Ross, "a classic liberal arts and sciences education gives students the foundation to fulfill their roles as citizen leaders, and adapt to the changing world in which we live."

More information about the General Education Goals 1-15, and the courses you can take to satisfy these goals can be found in the current Undergraduate Catalog.