The program requires a 4-year undergraduate degree in Sociology, Criminology or Political Science, but students with at least 5 courses in Criminology and/or Public Policy may be admitted as long as these were part of a major in another social science or humanities program. The program requires a minimum of a “B+” average (second place standing) to be considered for admission. Generally, those admitted will have a higher academic average.

Students are required to complete 2.0 credits and write a thesis OR complete 3.0 credits and write a major research paper CCJP*6660.

All students must take the following core courses:

Remaining credits can be fulfilled by taking elective courses, such as Courts CCJP*6000 and/or certain selected courses in Sociology and Anthropology and Political Science (see Courses section below).