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Criminal Justice

Criminal Justice

Degree

Complete this Athabasca University degree at MHC

The Bachelor of Professional Arts (Criminal Justice) degree offers you advanced education in areas such as community policing, white collar crime, civil liberties, and law, as well as the practical administrative skills that are increasingly required for employment and advancement in the field of criminal justice.

About this Program

For official information, please consult the MHC calendar.

Program Overview

This four-year Bachelor of Professional Arts (BPA) program is offered by Athabasca University at MHC and is available to those that have completed Medicine Hat College’s Police and Security program or an Athabasca University-approved two-year criminal justice diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution. Typically, the diploma counts as credit for the first two years of the degree, and you complete the BPA in an additional two years.

Career Opportunities

A graduate of this program may find employment as a:

  • Police Officer
  • Customs Officer
  • Canadian Intelligence Officer
  • Military Police Officer
  • Correctional Officer
  • Parole Officer
  • Probation Officer
  • Crime Analyst
  • Policy Analyst (provincial and federal solicitor general departments)
  • Private/Corporate Investigator
  • Youth Worker (young offenders)
  • Special Constable (solicitor general/justice/municipal departments)

Courses

The Bachelor of Professional Arts Criminal Justice program is currently being updated and courses are being revised to meet the ever-changing needs in this field. Please contact the Athabasca University Liaison Officer dmiller@athabascau.ca for a current list of classes.

Courses

Scholarship Info

Medicine Hat College distributes over $300,000 in scholarships and bursaries each year. Applying online is easy!

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Funding Your Education

There are several options to assist you in funding your education at MHC. Find out what option is best for you.

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