The Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice degree with a concentration in Crime and Intelligence Analysis offers a comprehensive, practice-based education covering law enforcement, corrections, the court system, and private security in the United States. This program equips students with the skills needed to address crime and other threats to community and national security. By integrating theoretical knowledge with real-world applications, students are prepared to identify, analyze, and mitigate various security threats, ensuring the safety and stability of society.
The Crime and Intelligence Analysis concentration focuses on blending technology with criminal justice to predict, prevent, and solve crimes. This concentration provides students with extensive training in homeland security, intelligence, and digital forensics. This program incorporates intelligence theory, investigative philosophy, and collaborative decision-making processes, preparing graduates to make a significant impact in the field of public safety.
Through ECPI University’s year-round accelerated schedule, students can earn a bachelor’s degree in just 2.5 years.
Knowledge and Skills
Graduates should grow in the following areas:
Criminal Justice Fundamentals: Understand the criminal justice system, including law enforcement, courts, and corrections.
Digital Forensics & Investigative Analysis: Learn to collect, analyze, and present digital evidence while interpreting findings to reconstruct events.
Criminal Investigation & Procedure: Build skills in evidence collection, crime scene processing, and understanding criminal law and procedures.
Computer Science and Cybersecurity: Gain programming and technical skills for digital forensics and understand cybersecurity principles and threats.
University Benefits
On Campus or Online
Learn your way with in-person collaboration or online simulations and flexible schedules.
Graduate Faster
Our year-round, accelerated, programs let you earn your degree in just 2.5 years.
Simplified Scheduling
Your degree path is pre-scheduled, so you can focus on learning, not course registration.
Digital Forensics Curriculum
Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice, Digital Forensics concentration
Featured Courses, Topics & Overview
Drugs and CrimeCJ115
This course examines the sociological and psychological explanations of drug-using behavior, the relationship between drug abuse and crime, and methods for the criminal justice practitioner to interact with a drug using offender.
Digital Forensic AnalysisCJ310
This course will address the legal and technical aspects of seizing and analyzing electronic evidence, including laptops, desktops and mobile devices.
Credit Hours
Course Categories
Description
48
Core Curriculum
Courses that provide an educational foundation, building essential skills across diverse subjects.
31
Arts & Sciences
Courses which delve into both creative expression and the scientific world, shaping well-rounded thinkers.
6
Self Integration
These courses set you up for college success and beyond.
18
Concentration Courses
Specialized degree concentration courses are focused deep dives within your major, letting you become an expert in a specific niche related to your field.
18
Electives
Enhance your academic journey and explore new interests with our elective courses, offering unique perspectives and enriching your educational experience.
ECPI University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, and master’s degrees. ECPI University also offers credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels.
Questions about the accreditation of ECPI University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).
ECPI University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, and master’s degrees. ECPI University also offers credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels.
