Overview

Criminology - Global Criminology at San José State University uniquely combines advanced study of contemporary international crime and the various responses to crime around the globe with analytic and research techniques used by advanced scholars.

t provides an international comparative curriculum that develops analytical skills, understanding of legal concepts, theoretical competency, and abilities to apply criminology in practical ways. It aims to equip graduates with a truly global outlook on crime and criminal justice, a commitment to international justice, and professional competencies to apply practices from around the globe to meet the particular needs of their communities.

Learning outcomes

Describe ways to create social change through a critical understanding of the local and global dimensions of crime.
Articulate and evaluate scholarly-grounded perspectives on issues of crime and justice, including ways that criminology explains crime and reactions to crime, through academic, professional and social media.
Explain theories, assumptions, foundational knowledge, analytical and interpretive protocols, tools, and technologies within the field of criminology at a level demonstrating preparation for advanced professional responsibilities, or pursuing a PhD in criminology-related areas.
Demonstrate skills in each step of an investigative, creative, or practical project (e.g., brainstorming, planning, formulating hypotheses or complex questions, designing, creating, completing, and communicating) that helps advance understanding of a criminological or related issue.
Employ global perspectives on criminology and concepts of justice to support research-informed solutions to contemporary social problems.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Comparative Criminal Justice Systems
Applied Research and Statistics
International Criminology & Juvenile Delinquency
Crime & Gender Around the World
Cyber Forensics
Global Terrorism
International Human Rights
Policing in Global Contexts
Immigration and International Law

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-01-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-12-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2026-08-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

San Jose, United States

Disciplines

Sociology Criminology Criminal Justice View 80 other Masters in Sociology in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university
A 3.0 or higher GPA in the last 60 units/credits (90 quareter units) of coursework and a 3.0 or higher GPA in their respective major
Official transcripts (must be sent sealed by the issuing institution)
Applicants should also have a general understanding of computers and technology and access to a reliable internet connection.

Tuition Fee

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International

9934 USD/year

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Based on the tuition of 9934 USD per year during 24 months.
National

9934 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 9934 USD per year during 24 months.
In-State

9934 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 9934 USD per year during 24 months.

Non-resident students pay basic registration fees plus $420 per unit.

Funding

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