Program Overview
The program covers various areas including criminological theories, law enforcement, criminal investigation, corrections, criminal justice administration, and public safety. Graduates are equipped with competence in conducting criminological research on crimes, offenders, and victims, with an emphasis on human rights and victim welfare.
The BS Criminology program at the University of Baguio has a strong reputation, being recognized as a Center of Excellence by CHED and has been offered since 1967, making it one of the pioneering programs in the region. The program also integrates the use of criminalistics or forensic science in crime investigation and promotes ethical standards and professional integrity in law enforcement and criminal justice fields.
Program Educational Objectives
Graduates of the Bachelor of Science in Criminology are expected to attain the following within 3 to 5 years after graduation:
- Demonstrate professional competence, integrity, and ethical conduct in criminal justice and public safety, upholding the code of ethics of a professional criminologist and exhibiting exemplary behavior in investigative and law enforcement roles
- Produce and disseminate criminological research outputs—including peer-reviewed studies or community-based projects—addressing crime causation, criminal psychology, and public safety, integrating film analysis and real-case studies.
- Advocate for and actively participate in human rights protection and community service, aligning with the missions of correctional and law enforcement institutions, and leading or supporting advocacy or outreach initiatives.
- Pursue lifelong learning and professional development by engaging in workshops, seminars, and public safety training, adapting to evolving laws, jurisprudence, and best practices in criminal justice.
- Contribute to the field of law enforcement, with a target of 100% of graduates qualifying for or actively serving in law enforcement, corrections, or related public safety professions.
- Promote student and community well-being by supporting initiatives and practices that monitor and enhance health, resilience, and holistic development.
Program Learning Outcomes
A Bachelor of Science in Criminology graduate can:
- Conduct criminological research on crimes, crime causation, victims, and offenders to include deviant behaviors;
- Internalize the concepts of human rights and victim’s welfare;
- Demonstrate competence and broad understanding in law enforcement administration, public safety and criminal justice;
- Utilize criminalistics or forensic science in the investigation and detection of crimes;
- Apply the principles and jurisprudence of criminal law, evidence and procedure;
- Ensure offenders welfare and development for their re-integration to the community.
Job Opportunities
- Philippine National Police (PNP)
- Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP)
- Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP)
- Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), including
- Philippine Coast Guard (PCG)
- Philippine Army (PA)
- Philippine Air Force (PAF)
- Medical and Legal SettinParole and Probation Office (PPO)
- Bureau of Corrections (BUCOR)
- Commission on Human Rights (CHR)
- Bureau of Customs (customs police)
- Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA)
- National Bureau of Investigation (NBI)
- Department of Foreign Affairs
- Department of Finance Investigation Division (DOF)
- Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP)
- Immigration and Deportation Bureau
- Analyst in the Philippine National National penitentiaries and provincial jails
- Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA)
- Land Transportation Office (LTO)
- Department of Labor and Employment
- Department of Environment and Natural
- Resources (DENR)
- Metropolitan Manila Development Authority
- (MMDA)
- Supreme Court of the Philippines
- Philippine Public Safety College (PPSC)
- Office of the Ombudsman
- Department of National Defense (DND)
BACHELOR OF FORENSIC SCIENCE (CURRICULUM YEAR 2022-2023)
| First Year – First Semester | ||
|---|---|---|
| THSELF1 | Understanding the Self | 3 |
| RPHIST1 | Reading in Philippine History | 3 |
| HCORDI1 | Cordillera Heritage 101 | 3 |
| GETHCS1 | Ethics | 3 |
| SCITES1 | Science, Technology, and Society | 3 |
| CRIMSO1 | Introduction to Criminology | 3 |
| LRIZAL1 | Life and Works of Rizal | 3 |
| NSTPRO1 | National Service Training Program 1 (ROTC) | 3 |
| PATFT1K | Martial Arts (Fundamentals of Martial Arts) | 2 |
| SOCORN2 | Social Orientation | 1 |
| Total Units | 27 | |
| First Year – Second Semester | ||
|---|---|---|
| GELECT2 | General Elective (Gender and Society) | 3 |
| MATHMW1 | Mathematics in the Modern World | 3 |
| ARTAPP1 | Art Appreciation | 3 |
| PRPCOM1 | Purposive Communication | 3 |
| CRIMSO2 | Theories on Crime Causation | 3 |
| GELECT4 | General Elective 4 (Environmental Science) | 3 |
| CWORLD1 | The Contemporary World | 3 |
| NSTPRO2 | National Service Training Program (ROTC 2) | 3 |
| PATFT2A | Martial Arts (Arnis and Disarming Techniques) | 2 |
| HCORDI1 | Cordillera Heritage 101 | 3 |
| Total Units | 29 | |
| Second Year – First Semester | ||
|---|---|---|
| CDIFCI1 | Fundamentals of Criminal Investigation and Intelligence | 4 |
| CLJLAW1 | Criminal Law (Book 1) | 3 |
| LEAORG1 | Law Enforcement Organization and Administration (Inter-Agency Approach) | 3 |
| FORENS1 | Forensic Photography | (Lec) 2; (Lab) 1 |
| CRIMSO3 | Introduction to Philippine Criminal Justice System | 3 |
| LEAHRE2 | Human Rights Education | 3 |
| PATFT3S | Swimming (First Aid and Water Safety) | 2 |
| AGECHM1 | General Chemistry (Organic) | (Lec) 2; (Lab) 1 |
| CACORR1 | Institutional Corrections | 3 |
| Total Units | 27 | |
| Second Year – Second Semester | ||
|---|---|---|
| CDISCI1 | Special Crime Investigation 1 with Legal Medicine | 3 |
| FORENS2 | Lie Detection Techniques | (Lec) 2; (Lab) 1 |
| LEASEC3 | Introduction to Industrial Security Concepts | 3 |
| CLJLAW2 | Criminal Law (Book 2) | 4 |
| CRIMSO4 | Human Behavior and Victimology | 3 |
| CRIMSO5 | Juvenile Delinquency and Juvenile Justice System | 3 |
| CDIBER4 | Introduction to Cybercrime and Environmental Laws and Protection | (Lec) 2; (Lab) 1 |
| CHFNAP1 | Character Formation 1 – Nationalism, and Patriotism | 3 |
| PECRIM4 | Fundamentals of Marksmanship | 2 |
| Total Units | 27 | |
| Third Year – First Semester | ||
|---|---|---|
| LEAETH4 | Professional Conduct and Ethical Standards | 3 |
| CDIARS3 | Fire Inspection and Arson Investigation | 3 |
| CACORR2 | Non-Institutional Corrections | 3 |
| LEACOM6 | Comparative Models in Policing | 3 |
| CDICSI5 | Specialized Crime Investigation 2 with Simulation on Interrogation and Interview | 3 |
| CLJLAW3 | Evidence | 3 |
| CRIMSO6 | Dispute Resolution and Crises/Incidents Management | 3 |
| LEAPCM5 | Law Enforcement Operations and Planning with Crime Mapping | 3 |
| CDITMA6 | Traffic Management and Accident Investigation with Tactical Driving | 3 |
| CHFNAP2 | Character Formation 2 – Leadership, Decision Making, Management, and Administration | 3 |
| Total Units | 30 | |
| Third Year – Second Semester | ||
|---|---|---|
| CACORR3 | Therapeutic Modalities and Reformation Programs | 3 |
| CRIMSO7 | Criminological Research 1 (Research Methods with Applied Statistics) | 3 |
| FORENS3 | Personal Identification Techniques | (Lec) 2; (Lab) 1 |
| FORENS4 | Forensic Ballistics | (Lec) 2; (Lab) 1 |
| CLJLAW4 | Criminal Procedure and Court Testimony | 3 |
| FORENS5 | Forensic Chemistry and Toxicology | (Lec) 3; (Lab) 2 |
| CDITEC7 | Technical English 1 (Technical Report Writing and Presentation) | 3 |
| CDIDEV8 | Vice and Drug Education and Control | 3 |
| Total Units | 26 | |
| Fourth Year – First Semester | ||
|---|---|---|
| FORENS6 | Questioned Documents Examination | (Lec) 2; (Lab) 1 |
| CDITEC9 | Technical English 2 (Legal Forms) | 3 |
| CLJLAW5 | Special Penal Laws | 3 |
| CRIMSO8 | Criminological Research 2 (Thesis Writing and Presentation) | 3 |
| CDISEM10 | Seminar on Criminal Detection and Investigation | 2 |
| FORSEM7 | Seminar on Forensic Science | 2 |
| CLJSEM6 | Seminar on Criminal Jurisprudence | 2 |
| CRIMSO9 | Seminar on Crime Sociology and Correctional Administration | 2 |
| LEASEM9 | Seminar on Law Enforcement Administration | 2 |
| Total Units | 22 | |
| Fourth Year – Second Semester | ||
|---|---|---|
| FRSCIP1 | Internship (On-The-Job Training I) | 6 |
| Total Units | 6 | |