BACHELOR OF ARTS (CRIMINOLOGY AND CRIMINAL JUSTICE)

Overview

PHILOSOPHY

Criminology and Criminal Justice are two inter-related fields of inquiry that address crime and related concerns in the contemporary society. Criminology is an analytical and applied field of study that focuses on the understanding, control and prevention of crime and criminal behaviour. It is an interdisciplinary field that draws from study areas such as sociology, anthropology, economics, psychology, psychiatry, history, political science and philosophy. It also draws from professions such as law, medicine and social work.

Criminal justice is concerned with the analysis of the structure, function, and linkages of the three agencies of the criminal justice system namely, the police, judiciary, and corrections. Criminal justice further encompasses the intersection of human rights, governance and administration of justice. Criminology and Criminal Justice are of particular relevance due to the high prevalence, new types and changing patterns of crime that require rigorous scientific study for effective control and prevention.

RATIONALE

Bachelor of Arts degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice (CCJ) will contribute to the development of professional skills and expertise in crime control and prevention in the society. This will help to address an power shortages of highly trained personnel with expertise in the administration of justice. These professionals will thus fill an important market need. In addition, the program fills the gap between the existing Diploma and Masters programs in Criminology and Social Order in the Department of Sociology and Social Work. In addition to equipping graduates for employment, curriculum provides a comprehensive basis for Masters Degree in criminology and criminal justice leading to increased work and career opportunities as well as to further research and teaching in the field.

From the internships, dissertations and integrated seminars that the students will be exposed to, it is envisaged that this programme will provide an exhaustive, competent and professional approach to the study of crime and criminal justice. Moreover, the specialization for this course starts at level 11, giving those students an opportunity for in depth and insightful rigorous analysis of the subject matter.

Program Objectives

The program aims to impart students with theoretical knowledge, critical thinking and applied skills in criminology and criminal justice. Upon completion of the program, graduates may go on to work in criminal justice-related fields. The knowledge and skills they acquire will qualify them to work in criminal justice settings in service delivery, research and policy formulation, and promotion of justice.

The program aims to enable learners to:

Acquire theoretical and conceptual knowledge of criminology and criminal justice.
Develop practical skills for prevention and control of crime.
Adopt ethical standards for the administration of justice.

MODE OF DELIVERY

Face-to-face mode

This shall be the interactive mode of instruction consisting of lectures, discussions, presentations, seminars, tutorials, demonstrations, case studies, fieldwork, practicums, individual and group consultations, independent studies, guest speakers, field visits and field research.

Open, distance, and e-learning mode

This will be offered using a multi-media approach that includes self-instructional print and electronic study materials. This will include interactive study materials and both synchronous and asynchronous modes of learning. Online teaching and learning shall be offered through the Learning Management Systems (LMS) of the University of Nairobi.

Blended learning mode

This will combine both face to face and online learning approaches

Structure

REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS

The Faculty of Arts has four degree options. Among them is Option Two: One Major (Specialization). Subject to the Faculty of Arts B.A. degree registration requirements (Rule 5 and 6), students specializing in CSJ degree programme must register for a minimum of 28 course units including Core and Elective units. The courses offered shall be taken as follows:

First Year - 12

Second Year - 10

Third Year - 9

Fourth Year - 9

CUCs - 4

Total = 44

The specialization (Option Two: One Major (Specialization) will begin in Level Two to provide enough time for the required course units. In addition, the core course units are mandatory for the specializing students.

Course Codes and Titles

First Year

Semester 1

CODES	COURSE DESCRIPTION	HOURS					TOTAL
		Lecture		Practical
CSO 101	Introduction to Sociology		45		0	45
CSO 102	Introduction to Anthropology		45		0	45
	2 units from department 2		90		0	90
	2 units from depart 3		90		0	90
	1 common course		45		0	45
Total hours required			315		0	315

Semester 2

CODES	COURSE DESCRIPTION	HOURS					TOTAL
		Lecture		Practical
CSO 103:	Comparative Sociology		45		0	45
CSO 104:	Socialization Process		45		0	45
	2 units from department 2		90		0	90
	2 units from depart 3		90		0	90
	1 common course		45		0	45
Total hours required			315		0	315

Second Year

Semester 1

CODES	COURSE DESCRIPTION	HOURS		TOTAL
CSJ 201	Foundations of Criminology and Criminal Justice	Lecture	Practical
CSO 202	Quantitative Research Methods	45	0	45
CSO 204	Social Statistics 1	45	0	45
CSJ 206	Identity, Crime, and Justice	45	0	45
CSJ 207	Domestic Violence	45	0	45
CSJ 208	Deviance and Crime	45	0	45
CSJ 209	Justice and Social Control	45	0	45
CSJ 210	Gender, Crime and Justice	45	0	45
Total hours required		270	0	270

Semester 2

CODES	COURSE DESCRIPTION	HOURS		TOTAL
		Lecture	Practical
CSJ 204	Correctional Systems	45	0	45
CSJ 205	Juvenile Delinquency	45	0	45
CSJ 211	Crime Prevention and Community Safety	45	0	45
CSJ 212	Substance Abuse	45	0	45
CSJ 213	Organized Crime	45	0	45
CSJ 214	Patterns and Measurement of Crime	45	0	45
Total hours required		225	0	225

Third Year

Semester 1

CODES	COURSE DESCRIPTION	HOURS					TOTAL
CSJ 301	Theories of Crime and Delinquency	Lecture		Practical
CSO 302	Qualitative Research Methods		45		0	45
CSJ 306	Proposal Writing and Program Evaluation		45		0	45
GPR 105	Criminal Law I		45		0	45
CSJ 308	Institutional and Community Corrections		45		0	45
GPR 206	Criminal Procedure and Practice		45		0	45
GPR 201 & 207	The Law of Evidence		45		0	45
Total hours required			270		0	270

Semester 2

CODES	COURSE DESCRIPTION	HOURS					TOTAL
		Lecture		Practical
CSO308	Social Statistics11		45		0	45
CSJ 305	Criminal Investigation and Evidentiary Procedures		45		0	45
CSJ 310	Victimology		45		0	45
CSJ 311	Forensic Science		45		0	45
CSJ 312	Law Enforcement and Administration of Justice		45		0	45
CSJ 313	Economic & Financial Crimes		45		0	45
CSJ 314	Ethics in Criminal Justice		45		0	45
CSJ 315	Comparative Criminal Justice Systems		45		0	45
CSJ 304	Internship		0		135	135
Total hours required			225		135	360

Fourth Year

Semester 1

CODES	COURSE DESCRIPTION	HOURS					TOTAL
		Lecture		Practical
CSJ 401	Applied Techniques of Crime Analysis		45		0	45
CSJ 402	Contemporary Rehabilitation Approaches		45		0	45
GPR 312	Alternative Dispute Resolution		45		0	45
CSJ 404	Human Rights, Justice and Governance		45		0	45
CSJ 405	Community Policing		45		0	45
CSJ 406	Terrorism and Counter Terrorism		45		0	45
CSJ 411	Forensic Psychology		45		0	45
CSJ 412	Crime and Media		45		0	45
CSJ 413	Criminal Justice Policy		45		0	45
CSJ 414	Dissertation				90
Total hours required			225		90	315

Semester 2

CODES	COURSE DESCRIPTION	HOURS		TOTAL
GPR 111	Criminal Law II	Lecture	Practical
CSJ 407	Crime and Conflict Management	45	0	45
CSJ 408	Correctional Counselling	45	0	45
CSJ 409	Environmental Crimes	45	0	45
CSJ 410	International Crime Control and Prevention	45	0	45
CSJ 415	Integrated Seminar	45	0	45
CSJ 416	Disaster Management	45	0	45
Total hours required		225	0	225

schedule of intake

September

Admission Requirements

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS :

KCSE mean grade C+ or equivalent
KCSE mean grade C- or equivalent plus a Certificate and Diploma
Level Division II or equivalent plus a Diploma
Level Division III or equivalent plus a Certificate and Diploma
Level Division III or equivalent plus a three-year Diploma from a recognized post-secondary Institution for admissions to Bachelor of Education
Diploma from University of Nairobi or other recognized institutions and an aggregate of C in KCSE or equivalent
A Level with two principal passes or equivalent in relevant subjects Only Applicants whose results are available at the time of application will be considered
CPAII/CPSII/CIPS or equivalent for Commerce and Arts and should have attained an aggregate of C in KCSE or O level Division III
P1 from a two-year post-secondary training institution for entry into Bachelor of Education with Minimum KCSE Mean Grade C or O Level Division III
Higher National Diploma in relevant fields and should have attained an aggregate of C in KCSE
Degree from a recognized University
Equivalent qualifications to the above from institutions recognized by Senate
Level Division III or equivalent plus a three-year Diploma from a recognized post-secondary Institution for admissions to Bachelor of Education
Diploma from University of Nairobi or other recognized institutions and an aggregate of C in KCSE or equivalent
A Level with two principal passes or equivalent in relevant subjects Only Applicants whose results are available at the time of application will be considered
CPAII/CPSII/CIPS or equivalent for Commerce and Arts and should have attained an aggregate of C in KCSE or O level Division III
P1 from a two-year post-secondary training institution for entry into Bachelor of Education with Minimum KCSE Mean Grade C or O Level Division III
Higher National Diploma in relevant fields and should have attained an aggregate of C in KCSE
Degree from a recognized University
Equivalent qualifications to the above from institutions recognized by Senate
Specialization in Criminology and Criminal Justice is from second year of study where average of Sociology units taken should be 65%.

Careers

ATTACHMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Medical Facilities (Hospitals and Clinics)
Correctional Facilities (Police Stations & Prisons)
Children Homes
Safe Heaven Facilities (From domestic abuse)