Criminology
Understand crime, justice, and social control - strong for law, policy, and social work careers.
Criminology studies crime, criminal behaviour, law enforcement, and the justice system from sociological, psychological, and legal perspectives. SFU's criminology program is one of Canada's most respected. The degree is excellent preparation for law school, policing, corrections, and social policy work.
Admission Average
high 70s to high 80s (Tier 3 (<85%))
Typical High School Prerequisites
- English
- One additional U/M course
- Law or Sociology (recommended)
Skills You'll Build
- Crime & Justice Analysis
- Research Methods & Statistics
- Policy Evaluation
- Critical Thinking About Institutions
- Written Advocacy
Program Facts
- Typical length: 4 years
- Co-op available: No
- Graduate school: Not typically required
- Demand outlook: Stable Growth
Top Universities
- Simon Fraser University – Burnaby, BC
- University of Toronto – Toronto, ON
- McGill University – Montreal, QC
- University of Ottawa – Ottawa, ON
- Dalhousie University – Halifax, NS
Careers This Major Leads To
- Crown Attorney / Prosecutor – Entry $75,000
- Policy Analyst / Public Servant – Entry $65,000
- Social Worker (RSW) – Entry $50,000