About Bachelor Of Arts — Criminal Justice in Mount Royal University

Bachelor of Arts — Criminal Justice

Some see justice from the trenches; others view it from the benches. With Mount Royal University's one-of-a-kind criminal justice program, you'll learn to appreciate it from both perspectives.

Unique in Alberta, the Bachelor of Arts — Criminal Justice will prepare you for a career in fields such as social justice, criminology, law, police services and more.

The curriculum for the degree will educate you in six-program areas including:

• Foundations in Criminal Justice — you will acquire basic substantive knowledge about the study of criminology and the practices of the Canadian Criminal Justice System;
• Human Relations — to become an effective justice practitioner, you will refine your human relations skills so you can accurately convey and solicit information, as well as resolve crises and conflict;
• Human Justice — justice practitioners must have respect for diversity and recognize the central role that human rights plays within the development and enforcement of criminal law. You will learn that ethical practice is the cornerstone of justice;
• Criminological Literacy — you will delve into the social science of criminology and become conversant with the criminological enterprise (theories and methods);
• Experiential Learning — learning through experience or hands-on learning is a methodology deeply ingrained in the Justice Studies program;
• General Education — to round out your knowledge general education classes are offered to students in all degree programs.

Practicum

Apply the theoretical concepts you learn in the classroom to real-world situations. Although the mandatory practicum is unpaid, you will benefit from working in a justice-related agency for two and a half days per week with an agency professional as your mentor. You'll develop new skills, make valuable contacts within the justice community and earn six credits towards your bachelors degree.

Honours Stream

As a student in the honours stream, you will develop enhanced knowledge and skills that are particularly suited for preparation to apply for graduate study in criminology/criminal justice and law school. You will earn nine credits towards your bachelors degree.

If you wish to pursue law school or graduate studies in fields such as social work or education, you can take advantage of an honours stream within the Bachelor of Arts — Criminal Justice.

Captivating Careers

Graduates are in high demand by a wide range of employers within the justice system and beyond. Career opportunities remain strong in traditional criminal justice agencies such as public, policing, federal and provincial corrections and Canada Border Services. Graduates will also be prepared for employment as probation and parole officers, youth outreach workers, crime statistic analysts, emergency communications officers, police officers and crisis intervention workers.

Career Opportunities

• Police officer
• Crime analyst
• Corrections service officer

Academic qualification equivalents

• Applicants must have a minimum overall average of 65 percent in high school courses

English language requirements (one of the below):

• IELTS      :       6.5 (min. 5.0 on each band).
• TOEFL    :       83 (min. 20 in each of four sections)
• PTE         :       58 (min. 55 in each area)

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Mount Royal University International Students - Program Tuition/Costs

International applicants are responsible for all program and living costs while studying at Mount Royal University.

Here are the estimated costs you can expect: