Bachelor of Criminology

Program Overview

Western's Bachelor of Criminology equips students with a comprehensive understanding of crime and criminal justice, preparing them for careers in law enforcement, corrections, and community justice. The program covers topics such as law enforcement, violence, gender and crime, and contemporary debates in criminology. Graduates gain specialized skills and knowledge to make a meaningful impact in the field.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Western's Bachelor of Criminology allows students to study crime and criminal justice in a conceptual and applied way, gaining an understanding of how these things affect society. It provides students with the skills and knowledge they need to pursue careers in the police force, corrective services, and criminal and community justice systems. Students will learn about law enforcement and surveillance, violence, gender and crime, restorative and international criminal justice, cultural depictions of crime, and contemporary debates in criminology. Minors include Child and Community Studies, Psychological Studies, or Sociology. Graduates will emerge with the specialist skills and knowledge to make a difference in the world.

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Careers:

Graduates can pursue a broad range of exciting career opportunities in different sectors and industries, including:

• Community development worker
• Police officer
• Casework and case management
• Correctional officer
• Youth worker
• Policy development