Justice Studies - General

Do you want a career in justice? A Justice Studies Diploma with a General specialization opens doors to many opportunities.

Credential:

Diploma

Program length

4 Terms

Area:

Community Studies

School:

School of Community Studies

Post-Graduation Work Permit:

Yes

No

About

You will attain knowledge and skills required to pursue a career in the various fields of justice where every day offers unique and exciting challenges.

These skills provide a sound foundation for your career in public and private sector justice organizations including law enforcement and corrections. Your instructors will include currently serving justice professionals and retired professionals from a variety of organizations. They are exemplary instructors committed to learner success.

You will have the opportunity to select courses from the following specializations:

  • Correctional Studies
  • General
  • Law Enforcement

This is a two-year (four term) diploma program.

Note: Future career and volunteer opportunities within justice will be negatively impacted for individuals who have any criminal convictions for which they have not yet received pardon or record suspension, or, have any criminal charges that remain pending or awaiting disposition from the courts. It is unlikely that Justice Studies graduates who have a criminal history will have any advantage when competing for employment. Applicants with further questions are advised to contact the Justice Studies program chair.

***IMPORTANT NOTE*** During the program, students will be visiting various facilities (such as correctional facilities). It is important to note that student attendance and participation during these visits are considered when determining overall grades. Some of these agencies and organizations will deny access to anyone who has either been criminally charged or has a criminal record.

Admission requirements

  • Credit in English 30-1, or 65% in English 30-2, or equivalent

or

  • Successful completion of the General Educational Development (GED) test with a standard score of 520 in Language Arts: Reading and Writing

or

Transferability

Transfer opportunities are available to a variety of institutions. Transfer credits are reviewed and accepted on an individual basis by the institution to which you apply.

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English Language Proficiency Requirements

For applicants whose first language is not English, please review English language proficiency requirements.

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Available intakes

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Domestic
International

September 2, 2025

January 7, 2026

Tuition and fees

Term
Tuitions fees
Additional fees*
Total  fees*
Term 1
$2,724
$356
$3,080
Term 2
$2,337
$356
$2,693
Term 3
$2,632
$356
$2,988
Term 4
$2,346
$356
$2,702
Term
Additional fees*
Tuitions fees
Total fees
Term 1
$356
$6,438
$6,794
Term 2
$356
$5,694
$6,050
Term 3
$356
$6,522
$6,878
Term 4
$356
$5,958
$6,314
*Per term: Student Service Fee
To register in a course in Open Studies:

Courses

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ADDC1101Introduction to Addictions Studies 3

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COMM1101Interpersonal Relationships And Communication Skills

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3

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ENGL1201English: Composition 3

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JUST1401Health, Wellness, and Fitness

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3

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LEGL1101Introduction to Canadian Law 3

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SOCI1101Introduction to Sociology

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JUST1101Introduction to the Criminal Justice System

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JUST1102Diversity and Criminal Justice in Canada

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3

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JUST1301Professional Report Writing and Presentations 3

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PSYC1101Introduction To Psychology

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3

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INDG1101Indigenous History, Identity and Culture

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3

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HMSV2304Trauma-Informed Practice

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3

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JUST1103Foundations of Ethics and Justice

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3

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JUST1601Criminology 3

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Earn at least 3 credits from the following courses:

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JUST2101Introduction to Corrections

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3

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JUST2103Introduction to Law Enforcement 3

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JUST2202Criminal Law in Canada 3

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JUST2302Crisis Intervention and Communication in Corrections

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JUST2201Correctional Law 3

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JUST2304Crisis Management for Law Enforcement 3

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JUST2503Canadian Criminal Procedure 3

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JUST2604Correctional Casework 3

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JUST2607Interviewing and Investigations 3

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JUST2610Community Corrections and Restorative Justice

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Earn at least 3 credits from the following courses:

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ADDC1302Physiology and Pharmacology of Addiction 3

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HMSV1501Introduction to Counselling 3

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HMSV2501Social Policy 3

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HMSV2502Facilitating Groups

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PSYC1202Child and Adolescent Development

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PSYC2401Abnormal Psychology

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3

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SOCI1201Sociology of the Family

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3

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WGST2101Introduction to Women and Gender Studies 3

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FASD1101Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Awareness for Human Service Professionals

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3

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INDG2201Teachings of the Medicine Wheel 3

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ENGL1301Introduction to Literary Analysis 3

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Earn at least 3 credits from the following courses:

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JUST2997Justice Studies Service Learning 3

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JUST2998Justice Studies Applied Research and Capstone Project 3

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JUST2999Justice Studies Practicum

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