Villa College Launches Bachelor of Criminal Justice Degree for January 2027 Intake

Villa College has introduced a Bachelor of Criminal Justice degree, with applications open for the January 2027 intake.

The three-year programme, offered by the college’s Faculty of Shari’ah and Law, is designed to prepare students for careers in law enforcement, legal institutions and organisations working in public safety and community services.

The curriculum covers criminal law, criminology, forensic science, digital forensics, criminal procedure, police administration, victimology and crime prevention. It also includes modules on human rights, legal ethics, youth and delinquency, substance abuse, corrections and rehabilitation.

The programme will be delivered through both face-to-face and online learning. Students who complete 70 per cent of the course credits can choose between a capstone project and an internship.

Villa College Vice-Rector Associate Professor Dr Ali Najeeb said the programme aims to develop skilled professionals with an understanding of human rights and their role in the criminal justice system.

Dean of the Faculty of Shari’ah and Law Uza Asna Ahmed said the course combines criminal law and criminology with practical training in investigations and dispute resolution, while incorporating digital forensics and data analytics to address emerging challenges.

Graduates will be able to pursue careers in institutions including the Prosecutor General’s Office, Maldives Police Service, Maldives Correctional Service, National Integrity Commission and Human Rights Commission.

The programme also includes a final-semester Graduate Impact Semester, through which students will undertake practical activities intended to contribute to the community.

The application deadline is 26 December 2026. Applicants can find further details at Villa College’s website or contact the college on 3303200 or info@villacollege.edu.mv.