International Criminal Justice Minor

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Objectives:

This minor is designed to provide students with an introduction to international crime and criminal justice issues, including transnational crime, drug trafficking, and global terrorism, and the organizations, laws, and justice practices dedicated to the prevention and control of international criminal activity.

Competencies, Knowledge, or Skills to be Achieved:

The minor introduces the student to essential concepts in the study of crime and criminal justice in a global context. This includes the critical analysis of the theories, organizations, laws, procedures, and practices related to multi-national crime and criminal justice responses. Additionally, the minor seeks to develop the student’s ability to engage in critical thinking in relation to international crime and allied issues.

This minor is not approved for students majoring in Criminal Justice.

Structure of the Minor:

Required Courses

CRMJ 382 - Drugs and Crime Credit Hours: 3
CRMJ 383 - Comparative Criminal Justice Systems Credit Hours: 3
CRMJ 384 - International Crime Credit Hours: 3
PSCI 342 - International Terrorism Credit Hours: 3

Electives (Choose One)

CRMJ 333 - Immigration and the Criminal Justice System Credit Hours: 3
CRMJ 389 - Criminal Justice in Latin America Credit Hours: 3
PSCI 331 - International Law Credit Hours: 3
PSCI 343 - Introduction to Non-Western Studies Credit Hours: 3

Total Credit Hours Required:

15, of which at least 9 must be completed at The Citadel.