The Criminology program at Shorelight Gonzaga University provides you with a comprehensive understanding of crime, social control, and justice from a sociological perspective. You will explore the complex causes and consequences of criminal behaviour, examining the development and organisation of criminal justice institutions like the police, courts, and corrections. This undergraduate degree is ideal for students passionate about social justice and critical inquiry, preparing you to analyse pressing issues such as mass incarceration and racial profiling. You will develop a sociological imagination to critically consume information and theorise social contexts.
This Bachelors Degree is studied full-time on campus over four years, offering a robust curriculum that includes foundational sociology courses and specialised criminology electives. You will engage with research methods and statistics for social science, culminating in a Criminology Senior Capstone project where you will apply your knowledge. Throughout your studies, you will work alongside faculty experts, gaining the knowledge base and analytical skills necessary for careers in criminal justice, policy, or non-profit sectors. You will graduate with the ability to create new knowledge and communicate effectively for social change.