4.4 (9) Read 9 reviews
Overview
Our focus is on the application of theory and research methods in the development of initiatives, policies, and practice. In addition, we give special emphasis to criminal justice ethics, issues of diversity in criminal justice, critical thinking, and leadership.
The Criminal Justice students from Seattle University go on to successful careers in all sectors of the criminal justice system, including law enforcement, courts, corrections, social service, policy, and research.
Learning Outcomes
Seattle University graduate Online Master Of Legal Studies In Compliance And Risk Management students should be able to:
- Evaluate and analyze a contemporary CJ issue with advanced knowledge of CJ terminology, major topic areas/issues in criminal justice and criminological theory, and ethical issues in crime and justice.
- Design a research proposal and conduct computer-based statistical analysis at basic (descriptive) level.
- Understand the interdisciplinary nature of criminal justice and ethical issues in law enforcement, courts, and corrections.
- Articulate key concepts in criminology and criminal justice.
- Prepare and present a paper orally using multimedia/technology.
- Master content in upper-level specialization courses.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Criminal Justice Theory
- Advanced Criminological Theory
- Law and Social Control
- Organizational Theory and Analysis in Criminal Justice
- Criminal Justice Ethics and Decision Making
- Statistical Analysis
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before , International
-
- Starting
- Apply before , National
-
Language
English
IELTS 6.5
PTE Academic 63
TOEFL® IBT 86
Credits
60 SCH
Delivered
Online
Disciplines
Criminal Law Legal Studies View 99 other Masters in Criminal Law in United StatesAcademic requirements
GPA 3
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
PTE Academic 63
TOEFL® IBT 86
Other requirements
General requirements
- Seattle University is waiving the $55 fee for new applications
- Applications for non-matriculated students are accepted quarterly
- Bachelor's degree in criminal justice or related social, behavioral, or physical science.
- Three letters of recommendation from academic and/or professional references who are able to assess potential to do graduate study
- Statement of purpose discussing background, interests, and reasons for wanting to pursue MACJ
- Writing sample (for example, an undergraduate paper)
- Professional résumé or curriculum vita
- Selected candidates contacted for interview with MACJ faculty
Tuition Fee
To alway see correct tuition fees
-
International
22950 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 765 USD per credit during 24 months. -
National
22950 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 765 USD per credit during 24 months.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
Improve page content