Welcome to the B.A Criminology & Justice Studies

The 120 credit hour Criminology & Justice Studies major at Avila University is viewed broadly as encompassing the scientific study of crime, criminals, the criminal justice system, crime prevention, and the treatment of offenders. The program is interdisciplinary and integrative in nature, drawing upon several academic disciplines and paradigms for theoretical and methodological approaches. 
students have the opportunity for internships with the police, victim assistance, security, shelters, mental health, and corrections. Currently the criminal justice program has on-campus programs but coming soon is an undergraduate online criminal justice program.
Students in the Criminology & Justice Studies major will be prepared with the leadership, critical thinking, and communication skills necessary for a successful career and/or graduate school education in areas such as:

  • law enforcement and corrections
  • sociology and social justice positions
  • psychology
  • public administration

Eligibility

Admission Requirement

We’ve simplified the admission process to help you get started quickly and easily. You can find all requirements for admission to the Avila Uiversity below
1. WASSCE/A level Cert
2. School Transcript
3. Passport
4. Recommendation Letter

English Language Requirement

Avila University will accept, for the purposes of meeting the English proficiency requirement, English taken in 12 year education or English is designated as the primary and official language, and the principle language of instruction.

Intakes

Fall, 2024

From January, 2024 to September, 2024

Open

Spring, 2025

From January, 2025 to February, 2025

Open

Summer, 2025

From January, 2025 to April, 2025

Open

Fall, 2025

From January, 2025 to September, 2025

Open