Program Overview
The Criminal Justice at Georgia State University is a MSc programme in Humanities over 24 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: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 29,822 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 9,168 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Atlanta, 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
Course Structure
- Crime and Criminal Justice System
- Criminological Theory
- Research Methods in Criminal Justice
- Statistics in Criminal Justice
- Legal Aspects of Criminal Justice
- Comparative Criminal Justice Systems
- Ethics in Criminal Justice
- Family Violence and Criminal Justice
- Prevention and Correctional Strategies for Juvenile Offenders
- Community Policing
- Internship in Criminal Justice
- Domestic Terrorism
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission Requirements
- An application for Graduate Study, Andrew Young School of Policy Studies, and supplemental applications, if applicable. The application process begins with the completion of the online application: www.aysps.gsu.edu/apply.html.
- A $50 application fee.
- Two copies of official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended.
- Official scores from the Graduate Record Examination (GRE). Applicants should take the GRE at least six weeks prior to the admission deadline. Scores may be no more than five years old.
- Statement of professional and academic goals. This must be typed, and should be two to three pages in length. It should contain fields of interest and how the program will contribute to those goals.
- Three letters of recommendation from people who are qualified to assess your academic potential in graduate school. Examples of such individuals include former professors, professional supervisors, and academic advisors.
- Official scores on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) are required for international applicants whose native language is not English or whose degree was not granted at a U.S. institution. EXCEPTION: This is not required of international applicants who have received an accredited degree from a U.S. institution. However, applicants must demonstrate proficiency in English. Such applicants who are current residents of Georgia may demonstrate English proficiency through testing in the Georgia State University Office of Applied Linguistics and English as a Second Language; call 404-413-5200 for information. See section on \xc2\x93Test Requirements\xc2\x94 in the Andrew Young School of Policy Studies\xc2\x92 section of the Graduate Catalog.
- A certificate of Immunization.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 29,822 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 9,168 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 29,822 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 9,168 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Georgia 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 Georgia State University
Georgia State University
Atlanta, United States
Georgia State University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-02-18
- Start Date 2018-08-10
- Language English
- Duration 24 months