Overview
Langara College's Criminal Justice Program prepares students for a variety of careers with public and private agencies in the field of criminal justice. The two-year program is designed for those seeking an entry-level job in the field. It is designed to be taken full-time but may be taken part-time.
The program blends university-transfer academic arts courses, skills-based courses and practical experience. There is a Fall (September) and Spring (January) intake. Courses are generally offered in the January and September terms although some Summer term courses are available. Students are able to choose two options in the Criminal Justice Program:

Diploma in Criminal Justice (2 years)
Diploma in Criminal Justice and then transfer into 3rd year of the Bachelor of Business Administration degree program (4 years)

While in the program, all students are strongly encouraged to participate as volunteers with an organization delivering services in the field. Students are then exposed to the realities of the field and are able to apply their knowledge.
The Criminal Justice program is designed to meet the changing needs of the criminal justice system. The program has been established and organized in consultation with an advisory committee representing the RCMP, municipal police forces, Corrections Branch, provincial courts, industrial and retail security organizations and other potential employers.
Career Opportunities
Students learn about how the Canadian criminal justice system functions and the underlying theoretical concepts determining its operation. Students learn about Canada's legal system and the rule of law. Students will examine historical and contemporary issues in policing, corrections and the expanding role of private security in Canada. Students will also learn about common research methods used in criminology and how multiculturalism and diversity impacts on the criminal justice system.
From a more practical perspective, students will find out what careers are available in the area of criminal justice, and how they can qualify for them.
Recent graduates have enjoyed a high employment rate. They are employed with:

the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP)
municipal police forces
industrial security departments
protection service agencies
Provincial Court Services and sheriffs
Federal Customs
victim services
Federal and Provincial Corrections

Please note, Applications for Admission to the BBA Transfer Option has been suspended until further notice. For additional information, please direct students to our International Student Coordinators.