Vancouver Island University

British Columbia

Canada

Overview

The Bachelor of Arts in Criminology at Vancouver Island University offers a comprehensive study of crime, justice, law, and social inequality. This program, delivered by the Department of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences, integrates theoretical knowledge with applied research. Students delve into criminal law, the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, and significant case-law decisions, examining the core components of the criminal justice system: police, courts, and corrections. The curriculum also explores trends and correlates of crime, including the influences of age, ethnicity, gender, and social class, alongside major explanations for criminal behavior from historical, individual, and social perspectives. In their final year, Criminology Majors have the valuable option to undertake an applied research project or participate in a field placement, providing practical experience.

Website

https://www.viu.ca/apply

Median Salary

$41,000

Ranking

#1201

QS World University Rankings

Admissions

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Application Deadline

Acceptance rate

57%

Cost and Scholarships

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Funding Options

Merit Scholarship

Scholarship

Athletic Scholarship

Scholarships

William Barraclough History Scholarship - Awarded to the student with the highest GPA in History 111, 112, and 113 who registers in a second-year History course. No application necessary.; British Columbia Historical Association Scholarship (CAD 600) - For a student entering fourth year in a History Majors program with a specialization in British Columbia. Requires a formal application, including a research paper.; Karr History Scholarship - Awarded to a returning fourth-year History major with the highest GPA in their third year. No application necessary.; Helen Brown Book Prize - Awarded for academic achievement, research, commitment to the History department, or service to fellow students.; Bygone Books Award for History - Available to continuing students in History courses, based on academic achievement and financial need. Apply to the Financial Aid & Awards office by April 30.; Dan Hawthorne Sports History Prize - Awarded to the student who performs best in History 214 or History 215.; VIU Worldwide Entrance Award (CAD 1,000) - Up to 20 awards for new international undergraduate students with a strong academic background. Based on grades from submitted transcripts. Applications are needed.; BC High School Entrance Award (CAD 2,500) - Up to 5 awards for international applicants graduating from a BC high school with a Dogwood Diploma. Awarded to the top five candidates based on final grades (minimum 85% combined mark average).; International Baccalaureate Scholarship (CAD 10,000) - For international students with an IB diploma and at least 30 anticipated points.; Bursaries (General Eligibility) - For students demonstrating financial shortfall and high financial need. Students must achieve a semester and cumulative GPA of 2.0 (C average) and maintain a 60% course load (9 credits for most programs).; Frank Ney Memorial Bursary - Available for financial need and academic ability to continuing students who graduated from a secondary school in District 68.; Garrett Paquette Memorial Bursary - Available to students with financial need, with preference for Culinary Arts students or Mariner athletes.; George and Elizabeth Annand Bursary - Available for financial need to students in any post-secondary program.; First Generation in Post-Secondary Bursary - Available to students who are the first in their immediate families to attend post-secondary education, with selection based on financial need.