Troy University is home to four Ph.D programs, and one has just been introduced. The new criminology program features a new Ph.D program, a new Ph.D concentration and a new master's program.
The new program is a 60-hour course, with 24 required hours for students to acquire the Ph.D. The program requires eight 8000-level courses.
“No such degree is currently offered in the state of Alabama,” said Graduate Director Dr. Halil Akbas. “Using this degree, graduates seek job opportunities in higher education institutions.
“Overall, the program will succeed, and it is a good commitment of the university.”
To apply for the Ph.D program, students must already have their master’s degree in criminology, criminal justice or sociology. The final requirement is a doctoral dissertation, a research project that contributes new knowledge to the field of study.
The program is in partnership with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency. The goal of the program is to advance leadership and knowledge within the criminal justice industry.
“We are getting many positive responses from professionals working in criminal justice agencies, such as law enforcement agencies and corrections,” Akbas said. “I expect students, especially those working in criminal justice agencies and military institutions will apply for this program.”
Courses available include research methods, applied statistics, justice policy and crime, and multiple seminars before the dissertation. These courses are all required by the program.
Electives of the program include courses on mass incarceration, cybercrime and cyber security, juvenile justice and many other courses for students to take. These are not required for the program but are encouraged for those interested in a specific field of criminology.
With this degree, more career opportunities open for students. According to the program’s page on troy.edu, careers include being a professor of criminology, a policy advisor, a law enforcement consulter, a criminal justice administrator, a forensic research specialist, a public policy analyst and a research director.
The program has not yet started; applications are currently still in progress. Students can apply online and submit their transcripts. Applicant interviews may be requested.
For more information on the new program, contact Dr. Halil Akbas or call 800-414-5756.
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