Bachelor of Applied Science in Justice and Global Security

University of Arizona

Overview:Students study the foundations of law and take courses in terrorism, criminal justice, the American judicial system, constitutional rights, law enforcement issues and immigration. The degree prepares students for careers in law enforcement, public safety, military, defense, and social and human services. It also acts as a springboard for those seeking advanced degrees in law, criminology, research and more.Learning Outcomes:Identify different approaches to the study of political institutions, justice systems, and national & global security and apply these to contemporary political problems.Demonstrate the ability to formulate and construct logical arguments about political phenomena and to evaluate these through empirical and theoretical methods.Identify and analyze the role of non-human actors within the political environment and evaluate how these non-human actors affect local, national, and international political behavior and governmental systems.Analyze the structure and functions of the U.S. and international legal systems and the sources of law within an historical, social, and institutional context.