Program Overview
The department offers the Bachelor of Science with majors in Sociology, Criminology, and Anthropology. The degree of Bachelor of Science requires successful completion of 120 hours, including (1) the UCA Core: complete 38 hours to meet lower-division UCA Core requirements and complete upper-division UCA Core requirements using courses designated below in each major program section; (2) degree requirements; (3) major requirements listed below; and (4) a minor as worked out with the student’s minor advisor. Designated courses are used to satisfy the lower-division UCA Core requirement in Critical Inquiry (I) and the required upper-division UCA Core courses in Diversity (D), Critical Inquiry (I), Communication (C), and Responsible Living (R), in addition to the required UCA Core capstone (Z) course.
Program Outline
Major in Criminology (39 hours)
Students who major in criminology should complete SOC 1300 with a grade of C or better.
All criminology majors are required to take:
- SOC 1300 Principles of Sociology
- CRIM 2300 Foundations of Criminal Justice
- SOC 2321 Social Statistics
- SOC 3320 Social Research Methods [UD UCA Core: I,C ]
- CRIM 3370 Criminology
- CRIM 4360 Seminar / Practicum [UD UCA Core: Z]
In addition to 18 hours of required core courses, students are required to complete 21 hours of credits divided into elective major courses and optional elective courses.
Mathematics Pathway: First-time, first-year students majoring in Criminology enter the Quantitative Literacy Mathematics Pathway and must enroll in MATH 1360 during their first year of study, unless they have been awarded credit that completes their 1000-level math requirements.
Elective major courses (15-21 hours):
- CRIM 3361 Criminal Courts
- CRIM 3371 Juvenile Delinquency
- CRIM 3381 Police and Society
- CRIM 3391 Correctional Systems
- CRIM 4V90 Selected Problems in Criminology
- CRIM 4325 Drugs and Society
- CRIM 4355 Victimology
- CRIM 4365 Homicide: Victims and Offenders
- CRIM 4370 Internship in Criminology
- CRIM 4375 White-Collar Crime
- CRIM 4385 Global Crime
- CRIM 4395 Special Topics
- PSCI 3375 The American Judicial System
- SOC 2325 Social Problems
- SOC 2361 Deviance and Society
- SOC 4342 Stratification
Optional elective courses (0-6 hours):
- SOC 3310 Racial and Ethnic Relations [UD UCA Core: D, R]
- SOC 3361 Gender Roles [UD UCA Core: D, R]
- H ED 4312 Drug Education
Among the optional elective courses in criminology, the department recommends taking either SOC 3310 [UD UCA Core: D, R] or SOC 3361 [UD UCA Core: D, R] to satisfy the required upper-division UCA Core courses in Diversity (D) and Responsible Living (R).
Minor in Criminology (21 hours)
The minor in criminology requires 21 hours. All minors are required to take SOC 1300 and CRIM 2300.
Criminology minors choose five additional courses (15 hours) from among elective courses:
- CRIM 3361 Criminal Courts
- CRIM 3370 Criminology
- CRIM 3371 Juvenile Delinquency
- CRIM 3381 Police and Society
- CRIM 3391 Correctional Systems
- CRIM 4325 Drugs and Society
- CRIM 4355 Victimology
- CRIM 4365 Homicide: Victims and Offenders
- CRIM 4370 Internship in Criminology
- CRIM 4375 White-Collar Crime
- CRIM 4385 Global Crime
- CRIM 4395 Special Topics
- PSCI 3375 The American Judicial System
- SOC 2361 Deviance and Society
Abbreviation Key – UCA Core Program
LD = Lower Division
UD = Upper Division
C = Effective Communication
D = Diversity
I = Critical Inquiry
R = Responsible Living
Z = Capstone Experience
University of Central Arkansas
Overview:
University of Central Arkansas (UCA) is a public university located in Conway, Arkansas. It boasts a rich 115-year tradition of excellence and is committed to providing an innovative and collaborative education within a culture of student support and success.
Services Offered:
UCA offers a wide range of services to its students, including:
Academic Advising:
Provides guidance and support for academic planning and course selection.Accessibility Resources and Services:
Offers accommodations and support for students with disabilities.Bear Card:
A multi-purpose card used for access to campus facilities, meal plans, and more.Bookstore:
Provides textbooks, course materials, and merchandise.Campus Safety:
Ensures a safe and secure environment for students, faculty, and staff.Career Services:
Assists students with career exploration, job search, and internship opportunities.Disability Resource Center:
Provides support and accommodations for students with disabilities.Financial Aid:
Offers various financial aid programs and scholarships to help students fund their education.Food Services:
Provides dining options on campus.Housing & Residence Life:
Offers on-campus housing options and residence life programs.Information Technology:
Provides technical support and resources for students.Library:
Offers a vast collection of books, journals, and digital resources.Student Health:
Provides healthcare services to students.Student Organizations:
Offers a wide variety of student organizations for students to join and engage in extracurricular activities.Veterans Services:
Provides support and resources for veteran students.Student Life and Campus Experience:
UCA offers a vibrant campus life with numerous opportunities for students to get involved and make connections. Students can:
Join over 150 Recognized Student Organizations:
Catering to diverse interests and passions.Participate in various events and activities:
From sporting events to cultural performances.Live in on-campus housing:
With various residence halls and living learning communities.Enjoy recreational facilities:
Including a campus recreation center.Volunteer in the community:
Through service-learning opportunities.Key Reasons to Study There:
UCA Commitment:
A groundbreaking program offering a debt-free pathway for tuition and fees for incoming Arkansas freshmen with household income of $100k or less.Small class sizes:
Allowing for personalized attention from faculty.Engaging programs:
Providing hands-on learning experiences and internships.Supportive community:
Fostering a sense of belonging and success.Strong academic reputation:
With a focus on research and experiential learning.Academic Programs:
UCA offers a wide range of academic programs across five colleges:
