Frequently Asked Questions

What Kind of Program Is It?

Walden University's B.S. in Criminal Justice with a concentration in Homeland Security is an online degree program that explores criminal justice theories and practices with a strong focus on emergency management protocols and disaster response. The curriculum gives a broad overview of contemporary criminal justice systems and includes law enforcement, juvenile law, and corrections. Criminal law processes, the American judicial system, the etiology of crime, and the use of technology in law enforcement are all explored in core classes. The concentration coursework focuses on domestic and international terrorism, contingency planning and inter-agency communication, and the role of criminal justice in disaster response. You will finish up the program with a capstone course that explores human rights and the rule of law in a global context.

What Are the Prerequisites?

Walden University's B.S. in Criminal Justice with a concentration in Homeland Security is designed for aspiring public safety professionals. Some experience in public safety or law enforcement is helpful. Applicants to Walden University's bachelor's degree programs must be at least 24 years old and have a high school diploma or equivalent; be an active member of the military or a veteran; be between the ages of 21 and 23 and have earned at least 12 transferable college credit hours; or have already earned at least 90 quarter hours of credit. Applicants may need to complete additional requirements.

What Are the Program Requirements?

Degree program curriculum and credits are subject to change, and you should contact Walden University for the most current information before enrolling in a program. To earn Walden University's B.S. in Criminal Justice with a concentration in Homeland Security, you must complete 181 credit hours. Some of the required courses are listed below.

Foundation and Criminal Justice Core Courses

• Dynamics of Walden Success: Learning Lab
• Contemporary Criminal Justice Systems
• Criminology and Social Control
• Juvenile Delinquency and Justice
• Criminal Law
• Corrections
• Courts and Judicial Process
• Law Enforcement
• Data Analysis for the Criminal Justice Professional
• Capstone: International Justice and Human Rights

Homeland Security Concentration Courses

• Terrorism
• Critical Incidents and Cross-Agency Coordination
• Weapons of Mass Destruction and Disaster Response

What Could I Do After I Graduate?

Career Opportunities:

Graduates of Walden University's B.S. in Criminal Justice program with a concentration in Homeland Security have the opportunity to pursue careers in public safety, including law enforcement, emergency relief, and immigration. Positions that graduates may seek include:

• Court clerk
• Private security
• U.S. marshal
• Police officer
• Emergency relief advocate

Advanced Degrees

In addition to seeking entry-level positions, graduates of Walden University's B.S. in Criminal Justice program with a concentration in Homeland Security may choose to further their studies. Earning a master's degree in criminal justice, public safety, or law may help prepare you for other career opportunities in the field. Degrees listed are not institution-specific but constitute a sampling of continuing education options for graduates. Degrees you could pursue include:

• Master of Science in Criminal Justice
• Master of Science in Homeland Security
• Master of Arts in Public Safety Management
• Master of Science in Forensic Psychology