Sociology and Criminology Major Advising Criminology Curriculum Overview

Sociology and Criminology Major Advising

Criminology Curriculum Overview

Sociology Curriculum Overview

Criminology/ Criminal Justice First Semester Next Semester Sociology SOC 105 OR CRM 105 Note: A “C” or better is required in either of these courses SOC/CRM 300 Pre-req: MAT 111 (or higher, excluding MAT 141, 142) OR STT 215 OR math placement score of 4 Note: Complete math pre-req. by fall of junior year! Next Semester Public Sociology/ Criminology SOC/CRM 301 Note: ONLY if above pre-reqs. are met CRM 495 SOC/CRM 391 SOC/CRM 496 SOC 490

Public Sociology and Public Criminology • Two semester sequence: Fall 3 credits, Spring 6 credits – Community-based research project – Practicum – Great preparation for graduate school and employment – University Studies: Explorations Beyond the Classroom • Fall 2017 -Spring 2018 research topic: – Childhood victimization with Dr. Vanderminden

Explorations Beyond the Classroom Every student must complete one approved EBC experience. It may be double counted – in the major or in other university studies components You do not have to complete EBC in SOC/CRM, but you can if you choose to. Spring 2017 EBC Courses in SOC/CRM: SOC 485: The Community CRM 405: Criminal Justice Administration (Extension) CRM 490: Criminal Justice Practicum Info session Nov. 2 nd at 7 pm in Bear Hall 106, Application due Nov. 4 th Contact Dr. Santana (santanas@uncw. edu) for more information Other choices include: – Study Abroad – see Prof. Boyd or Maume for info on Europe Summer ‘ 17 – Certified Internship Program (for info see Career Services) – For a complete list of all approved courses in this requirement, please see your academic catalog: http: //catalogue. uncw. edu/preview_program. php? catoid=11&poid=1117&hl=%2 2 university+studies%22&returnto=search

Writing Intensive & Information Literacy • You will get 6 hours in Writing Intensive in SOC/CRM 300 and in your SOC/CRM capstone. – You will need three additional hours in writing intensive. • You will get 6 hours of Information Literacy from SOC/CRM 300 and in your SOC/CRM capstone. – You will need three additional hours in information literacy.

Some Common Mistakes 1) Failing to accumulate 124 credit hours • Repeating a course for which credit was previously earned (D- or better) will NOT result in additional hours of credit 2) • • Failing to properly transfer credits from other schools Students who take courses at other institutions while enrolled at UNCW MUST complete a transient study form to ensure that a transcript of your completed course work is sent to the UNCW Registrar’s office. Students may transfer up to 93 hours (no more than 64 of which can come from a 2 yr institution) No transfer credit is given for grades of C- or lower Grades earned at other institutions DO NOT impact your UNCW G. P. A. 3) Failing to plan for the Research Methods Sequence • Students must earn passing grades in MAT 111 (or higher, excluding MAT 141/142), STT 215, SOC/CRM 300; SOC/CRM 301 and -- depending on your track --the culminating capstone courses, seminars, and/or practica). These courses MAY NOT be taken concurrently 4) Failing to register for graduation • Students MUST apply for graduation. Check the registrar’s webpage for graduation application deadline and application form. • http: //www. uncw. edu/reg/graduation-deadlines. App. htm 5) Failing to maintain a GPA that is 2. 00 or higher