The bachelor's degree of science in social science is designed to provide a broad, interdisciplinary background. The common core of 21 credit hours is followed by 18 credit hours of concentrated study in criminology. The criminology concentration is designed to prepare students for careers in law enforcement, corrections, and the legal system within Christian context. As part of this interdisciplinary major, students are required to take courses not only in criminology, but also in other relevant areas such as political science and sociology. The concentration includes a practicum that will provide students with hands-on experience that will make them more marketable after graduation. It also includes a research component for those considering graduate work.
The social science major/ criminology concentration at Trevecca Nazarene University seeks to develop competent and caring criminal justice professionals who exhibit the qualities of leadership and service from a Christian perspective in their chosen areas of community service.
The bachelor's degree of science in behavioral science is offered to allow students who wish a broad background in sociology, psychology, and/or anthropology to obtain such study which is applicable to a variety of career fields as well as graduate work in the behavioral sciences. Students interested in behavioral science research, personnel management, social services, and secondary level teaching might choose a behavioral science major.
The behavioral science major at Trevecca Nazarene University seeks to assist students in developing a Christian worldview, a compassionate spirit, and holistic perspective that will prepare them for meaningful service in the behavioral sciences of related field.
