Overview
The Criminology program at the University of Victoria offers a Bachelor of Arts degree that explores the causes of crime, the criminal justice system, and societal responses to deviance. Objectives include developing critical thinking skills to analyze crime patterns, justice policies, and social inequalities. Unique features include an interdisciplinary approach integrating sociology, law, and psychology, with opportunities for community-based research and internships in justice agencies.
Career Prospects
Graduates are prepared for roles in law enforcement, corrections, policy analysis, and social services. The program emphasizes practical skills for addressing real-world issues in crime prevention and justice reform.
Key Faculty/Staff
The program is housed in the Department of Sociology, with faculty specializing in areas such as restorative justice, youth crime, and Indigenous perspectives on justice.
Unique Facilities or Partnerships
Students have access to the Centre for Social and Community Research and partnerships with local correctional facilities and police services for fieldwork and applied learning.
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