Examine why crime is not committed in a vacuum, and how it relates to the police, courts, corrections, the juvenile system and various social and government agencies.
Our program explores and critically analyzes criminological and sociological theories of why people commit crimes. It also examines how societies define crime and who is considered a criminal. Our program approaches the study of crime from an interdisciplinary perspective, drawing on a rich tradition from criminology, sociology, philosophy, psychology and law. In addition to examining why crime is committed, you will be encouraged to think about crime, criminal justice and its administration in ways that are consistent with the principles of fairness, equity, peace, and justice.
You may pursue the comprehensive program or a specialization in:
Criminal Justice
Youth, Crime and Justice
Career opportunities:
Graduates will be skilled in taking leadership roles and more collaborative approaches within their own fields and within the related infrastructures of society.
You will be well prepared to pursue a variety of career opportunities including:
Addictions/rehabilitation counsellor
Animal welfare investigator
Border services worker
Child/youth worker
Coast guard employee
Corporate security
Correctional office/case manager
Government researcher and policy analyst
Government sector employee
Human rights advocate/community activist
Not-for-profit worker/counsellor
Police officer
Policy analyst
Postal investigations employee
Probation/parole officer
Program evaluator
Public/outreach field worker
Researcher/research assistant
Social services worker
There are many other career opportunities available to Criminology and Justice graduates. Contact the Career's office to learn more about the many ways you can use this degree.
Criminology and Justice is also an excellent foundation for many graduate and post-graduate degrees, including:
Criminal Justice
Criminology
Law
Social Ecology
Social Work
Sociology
Victimology