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Bachelor of Professional Arts, Criminal Justice Major at Athabasca University

Athabasca University, Canada

Programme overview

Criminal justice systems are complex and require an understanding of crime as well as the institutions and professionals that operate within these systems. Athabasca University's Bachelor of Professional Arts, Criminal Justice Major will teach you to think critically about criminal justice policies and practices.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences  |  Study mode: online  |  Intake: Monthly; enrol any time  |  Location: Athabasca, Alberta, Canada

What you will study

In the Bachelor of Professional Arts, Criminal Justice Major at Athabasca University, you'll delve into a comprehensive curriculum that covers essential topics in the field. Required major courses include a range of CRJS courses, statistics, sociology and crime, Indigenous justice, and specialized courses like Violence Against Women or Public Policy.

Career pathways

With a Bachelor of Professional Arts, Criminal Justice Major from Athabasca University, you'll be well-prepared for a variety of career paths in the criminal justice sector. Whether you're interested in law enforcement, community policing, youth justice, or policy analysis, this degree equips you with the skills and knowledge to advance in your career or transition into specialized roles.

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Application information

Entry requirements

The BPA is designed for students who have completed an approved 2-year diploma or equivalent from an accredited college or institute of technology. You can also apply to the program with a combination of post-secondary education and related work experience. You will be considered a pre-program student until your admission requirements are confirmed. You can still take courses during this time.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the courses you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Undergraduate programmes have continuous enrolment: applications are accepted throughout the year and students can start registering for courses as soon as the online application is complete.

There are no application deadlines for most undergraduate programs. Applications go through the online Undergraduate General Application, with part of the process completed in ApplyAlberta; the one-time, non-refundable general application fee is $141 (2026-2027).

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