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Overview
Key facts
The Criminology and Criminal Justice Policy program of University of Guelph distinguishes itself from other MA programs in Criminology offered in the province by having a strong emphasis on criminal justice and governance, while still providing students the necessary background for continued studies in Criminology, Sociology or Political Science.
Program options
- Course work
- Major Research Paper
- Thesis
Students can complete the program by course work, or by writing a thesis or major research paper (MRP). The course work option will require 4.0 credits (8 courses), the MRP option will require 4 credits (6 courses plus the MRP) and the thesis option will require 2.0 credits (4 courses plus the thesis). The core courses cover: Research Methods in Criminal Justice, Criminological Theory, Governing Criminal Justice, Courts and a Professional Seminar in CCJP.
Training
In addition to providing the appropriate background for continued graduate studies in Criminology, Sociology or Political Science, the program has a number of other benefits. First, the program provides students with the background necessary to enter into employment or advance their careers in the criminal justice system, either in a policy or administrative capacity for government or non-governmental organizations, or as front-line service providers (police officers, probation officers and corrections officers). Students might also find employment as instructors at colleges that offer criminal justice programs. Second, the program equips students with general tools in critical thinking, communication and methodology, which would be useful for employment or educational opportunities beyond the criminal justice field.
Are you interested in
- Violence
- Youth
- Cyber-Crime
- Deviance
- Policing
- Gender and Crime
- Criminal Justice Administration
- Corrections and Penology
- The Sociology and Politics of Law
Career opportunities
- Working with vulnerable groups or populations
- Policy Advisors
- NGO Managers
- Lecturers
- Police, Probation, and Corrections Officers
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Courts
- Governing Criminal Justice
- Professional Seminar in CCJP
- Research Methods in Criminal Justice
- Sociological Theory
- Quantitative Research Methods
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 18 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 89
Credits
45 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Criminal Law Criminology Criminal Justice View 15 other Masters in Criminology in CanadaAcademic requirements
GPA B
B+ (recommended)
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 89
Other requirements
General requirements
- A four-year undergraduate degree (or equivalent) with a minimum “B” average.
- We anticipate that only students with average of “B+” or higher will be considered for admission.
- The expectation is that the undergraduate degree will be in Sociology, Criminology or Political Science.
- Students with at least five courses in Criminology and/or Public Policy may be admitted, if part of a major in another social science or humanities program.
Tuition Fee
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International
15332 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 7666 CAD per semester during 18 months. -
National
6412 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 3206 CAD per semester during 18 months.
Living costs for Guelph
1157 - 1804 CAD /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Financing
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