Program Overview
The Criminal Justice at Saint Joseph's 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
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 1,023 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,023 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Philadelphia, 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
- Terrorism: Threats and Strategies
- Homeland Security
- Sociology of Disasters
- Risk Assessment
- Therapeutic Strategies in Criminal Justice
- Mental Health and the Law
- Youth Cultures and Deviance
- Juvenile Justice and Delinquency
- Evidence-Based Practices in Substance Abuse and Behavioral Health Treatment
- Foundations of Addiction for Criminal Justice Professionals
- Co-Occurring Disorders
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
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- Minimum\ngraduate GPA of 3.5 \n
- Computer\ncompetence and possession of, or access to, a computer with Internet\naccess and printer \n
- A\ncommitment to participate in the entire program of study in concert with\nthe cohort group \n
- Participation\nin interviews with the Program Director and faculty \n
- A\ndemonstrated capacity to complete a doctoral program \n
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English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,023 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,023 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,023 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,023 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Saint Joseph's 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 Saint Joseph's University
Saint Joseph's University
Philadelphia, United States
Saint Joseph's 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 2015-06-18
- Start Date 2018-08-27
- Language English
- Duration 24 months