Program Overview
The Criminal Justice at Tarleton State University is a Master programme in Humanities over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Criminal Justice programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 1,835 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 611 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Texas City, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Criminal Justice programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Our career-focused curriculum is professionally designed in collaboration with Criminal Justice field experts, with an emphasis on theoretical foundations, research methods, principles of administration, innovative thinking and analysis of the major elements of the Criminal Justice system as a whole. Study topics such as forensic science, media and crime, victimology, gender and crime, global cybersecurity, domestic and international terrorism, crime mapping, grant writing and more.
The optional thesis track is recommended if you’re considering a doctorate, such as our PhD in Criminal Justice, in the future. Thesis students will conduct an original research project as the capstone to their master’s degree, which can help you be more competitive and prepared for additional graduate studies.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 2.5 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
- GPA 2.5 or higher
- 2 academic/professional letters of recommendation
- Phone interview
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,835 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 611 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,835 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 611 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Tarleton State University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Tarleton State University
Tarleton State University
Stephenville, United States
Tarleton State University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-12-17
- Start Date 2018-01-01
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
- Credits 36