Faculty: Vocational School Justice Studies focuses on the principles and practices of the criminal justice system. Students develop skills in criminal law, criminology, legal research, and policy analysis, preparing for careers in law enforcement, legal professions, corrections, and social services. **Learning Objectives:** - Understand fundamentals of the criminal justice system and legal principles. - Develop skills in criminal law, criminology, and legal research. - Learn techniques for analyzing legal cases, policies, and criminal behavior. - Explore principles of ethics, human rights, and social justice. - Analyze criminal justice data and trends. - Develop critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills. **Major Outline:** 1. **Introduction to Justice Studies** - Overview of criminal justice system fundamentals. 2. **Criminal Law** - Principles and application of criminal law. 3. **Criminology** - Theories of crime and criminal behavior analysis. 4. **Legal Research and Writing** - Techniques for legal research and document drafting. 5. **Policing and Law Enforcement** - Principles and techniques for effective law enforcement. 6. **Courts and Judicial Process** - Understanding and navigating the judicial process. 7. **Corrections and Rehabilitation** - Principles and techniques for managing and rehabilitating offenders. 8. **Ethics and Human Rights in Justice** - Ensuring ethical practices and protecting human rights. 9. **Internship/Practicum** - Real-world experiences in justice settings. 10. **Capstone Project** - Comprehensive project applying skills in criminal law, criminology, or legal research. **Assessment Methods:** - Criminal law analyses, criminology research papers, legal writing assignments, law enforcement projects, judicial process analyses, rehabilitation plans, ethics studies, internship reports, capstone projects, group projects, and presentations. **Recommended Textbooks:** - "Justice Studies" by various authors. - "Criminal Law" by various authors. - "Criminology" by various authors. - "Legal Research and Writing" by various authors. - "Policing and Law Enforcement" by various authors. - "Courts and Judicial Process" by various authors. - "Corrections and Rehabilitation" by various authors. - "Ethics and Human Rights in Justice" by various authors. **Prerequisites:** Basic knowledge of criminal justice and legal principles. **Major Duration:** Typically 4 years for a bachelor's degree. Advanced degrees may take an additional 1-2 years. **Certification:** Graduates may pursue certifications from organizations like the American Criminal Justice Association (ACJA). **Target Audience:** Aspiring law enforcement officers, legal professionals, correctional officers, social workers, policy analysts, and individuals seeking careers in justice-related roles. This major equips students with the skills needed to excel in justice studies, supporting careers in maintaining and promoting justice and public safety.