Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity and Criminal Justice

Northeastern University

The Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity & Criminal Justice integrates the technical aspects of cybersecurity with a fundamental knowledge of the law. Through this program, you’ll gain an understanding of the theoretical and hands-on methods to ensure the reliability and security of cyberspace, while developing an in-depth knowledge of the criminal justice system. You’ll have the opportunity to learn how social behavior and policy can affect cybersecurity as you utilize comparative social science to understand, predict, and explain criminology.The cybersecurity and criminal justice combined degree applies a multidisciplinary approach to ensuring the reliability and security of cyberspace. The program will provide students with a strong programming foundation coupled with academic and experiential knowledge of the criminal justice system. Students learn how social behavior, policy, and legal rules can affect cybersecurity and utilize comparative social science to understand, predict, and explain crime.