Program Offering

• Bachelor of Science in Criminology

Programs Goals

The Program aim to:

• encourage research and inquiry on the nature, causes, treatment or punishment of criminal behavior and how criminal justice a gencies function and respond to crime, criminals and victims.
• prepare the students for careers in crime prevention, law enforcement, scientific crime detection, correctional administration, public safety and allied fields;
• foster the values of leadership, integrity, accountability and responsibility while serving their fellowmen, community and country.

Program Outcomes

1. Articulate and discuss the latest developments in the specific field of practice (PQF Level 6 descriptor)
2. Effectively  communicate orally and writing using both English and Filipino
3. Work effectively and independently in multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams (PQF level 6 descriptor)
4. Act in recognition of professional, social and ethical responsibility
5. Preserve and promote “Filipino historical and cultural heritage” (based on RA 7722)

Common to the Criminal Justice Education

1. Conduct criminological research and further studies
2. Ensure public safety and order maintenance
3. Prevent, suppress and control crime
4. Investigate and detect crime
5. Enforce laws, rules and regulations
6. Protect lives and properties

 Graduate attributes and outcomes

1. Conduct criminological research on crimes, crime causation, victims, and offenders to include deviant behavior.
2. Internalize the concepts of human rights and victim welfare
3. Demonstrate competence and broad understanding in law enforcement administration, public safety and criminal justice;
4. Utilize criminalistics or forensic science in the investigation and detection of crime;
5. Apply the principles and jurisprudence of criminal law, evidence and criminal procedure;
6. Ensure offenders’ welfare and development for their re-integration to the community.