Criminal Justice and Criminology: Crime Analysis Minor
The crime analysis minor exposes students to spatial data analysis, crime mapping, ArcGIS, criminal evidence and investigation, and other related topics.
Complement your major with skills and knowledge that will set you apart. Graduate ready to contribute to a variety of organizations spanning business, information science, public health and more.
Program Type
Minor
Program Format
On Campus
There is a demand for crime analysts and criminal intelligence analysts at local, state and federal levels.
A minor in crime analysis complements majors such as business, psychology, computer science, information science and technology, accounting, environmental science, political science, sociology, social work, geography, urban studies, applied computing, applied mathematics and public health.
Current UWM students who are not criminal justice and criminology majors are eligible to enroll in the program. A minimum of 15 credits must be taken as a UWM student.
Students who are criminal justice and criminology majors can specialize in crime analysis.
| Required Courses | Credits |
|---|---|
| CRM JST 110: Introduction to Criminal Justice | 3 |
| CRM JST 480: Criminal Evidence and Investigation | 3 |
| CRM JST 510: Introduction to Crime Analysis | 3 |
| CRM JST 520: Analysis Oriented Technology; Spatial Data Analysis; Crime Mapping; ArcGIS | 3 |
| CRM JST 530: Data-Driven Policing | 3 |
| CRM JST 311: Field Experience Practicum | 3 |
| Total Credits | 18 |