Program Overview
The Criminology and Criminal Justice at California State University Long Beach is a MSc programme in Humanities, 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 Criminology and 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
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 3,863 (Tuition (Semester)) — In-State students
- Location: Long Beach, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Criminology and 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
- Proseminar and Professional Writing in Criminology and Criminal Justice
- Criminological Theory
- Advanced Criminal Justice Research Methods
- Advanced Statistics for Criminal Justice
- Criminal Justice Policy
- Law and Social Control
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 2.75 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).
1. Two copies of the CSULB graduate application. The original must be sent to Enrollment Services and a copy must be sent to the School of Criminology, Criminal Justice and Emergency Management.
2. Applicants must select ONE of the following three options to demonstrate their aptitude for graduate study:
- Option A: The GRE -- Official test scores on the Graduate Record Exam (GRE) General Test. While no specific cut-off scores are required, a score of 4.0 or higher on the writing portion is strongly preferred.
- Option B: The LSAT -- Official test scores on the Law School Admissions Test. No specific cut-off scores are required.
- Option C: Evidence of Research Potential -- Applicants who prefer not to take any standardized tests may submit one or two writing samples that evidence their research, writing, and critical thinking abilities.
3. Official transcripts of all undergraduate course work, including work done at all community colleges attended. Each applicant must request that official transcripts be sent to both the Graduate Advisor in the School of Criminology, Criminal Justice and Emergency Management and Enrollment Services.
4. Two letters of recommendation from persons able to testify to the student\'s academic ability, preferably from former professors.\xc2\xa0
5. A r\xc3\xa9sum\xc3\xa9 sent directly to the School of Criminology, Criminal Justice and Emergency Management Graduate Advisor that describes the applicant\'s academic achievements (including honors and awards), extracurricular activities, as well as relevant work, internship, and volunteer experiences.
6. A typewritten letter of intent (between 750 and 1,250 words) sent directly to the School of Criminology, Criminal Justice and Emergency Management Graduate Advisor.\xc2\xa0
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 3,863 (Tuition (Semester)) — In-State students
Tuition fees: USD 3,863 (Tuition (Semester)) — In-State students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact California State University Long Beach 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 California State University Long Beach
California State University Long Beach
United States
California State University, Long Beach, also known in athletics as Long Beach State University (LBSU), is a public research university in Long Beach, California, United States. The 322-acre...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-02-18
- Start Date 2018-08-22
- Language English
- Duration 36 semesters
- Credits 36