The Bachelor of Arts in Criminology and Criminal Justice at the University of Maryland, College Park educates students on the causes of crime, the workings of the criminal justice system—including courts, policing, and corrections—and applicable social science theories. The curriculum is designed for flexibility, allowing for focus areas within the major and integrating high-quality classroom and experiential leaning. Graduates of this program are prepared for careers in law enforcement, corrections, government, security, investigation, policy, and community advocacy. The program emphasizes critical thinking, research skills, and the application of theory to real-world criminal justice challenges. Coursework includes core classes in criminological theory, criminal law, research methods, and statistics, alongside electives for deeper study in specific areas. The major is one of the most popular at UMD and offers strong advising, honors options, and connections to student organizations. 来源： https://academiccatalog.umd.edu/undergraduate/colleges-schools/universities-shady-grove/behavioral-social-sciences/criminology-criminal-justice-major/