Overview
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
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Deadline passed
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Language
English
IELTS or TOEFL needed
Credits
30 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Criminal Law Criminology View 12 other Masters in Criminology in CanadaAcademic requirements
GPA Your GPA, or Grade Point Average, is a number that indicates how well or how high you scored in your courses on average. Usually a GPA scales between 1.0 and 4.0, however different countries and universities can have different grading systems. B (required)
B+ (recommended)
GRE® The GRE® General Test is a widely administered admissions test that measures the skills needed in today's graduate and business school programs worldwide. It contains three sections - Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning, and Analytical Writing. Three scores are reported: a Verbal Reasoning score on a 130 - 170 score scale in one-point increments, a Quantitative Reasoning score on a 130 - 170 score scale in one-point increments, and an Analytical Writing score on a 0 - 6 score scale in half-point increments. —
GMAT The Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) is a test intended to assess certain analytical, writing, quantitative, verbal, and reading skills in written English for use in admission to a graduate management program, such as an MBA. GMAT contains 4 sections - Analytical Writing Assessment, Integrated Reasoning, Quantitative and Verbal. The score has a range from 200 - 800. —
English requirements
IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading). 6.5 (required)
TOEFL® IBT The TOEFL iBT® is given online through the internet at desiganated testing site. The test measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The score refers to the total score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading), each subject has a range of 0 - 30. 89 (required)
PTE Academic PTE Academic (Pearson Test of English Academic) is a language test that enables students to demonstrate their writing, listening, speaking, and reading skills when applying to study in English. The score refers to a total score which ranges between 10 and 90. —
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
13674 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 6837 CAD per semester and a duration of 12 months. -
National
4754 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 2377 CAD per semester and a duration of 12 months.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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