Nicola Valley Institute of Technology (Merritt Campus)

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Associate of Arts Degree - Criminology

Nicola Valley Institute of Technology (Merritt Campus)

Faculty:Academic and Indigenous Studies Department
Degree:Associate
Field of Study:Aboriginal Studies
Criminology
Legal Studies, General
Length:2 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $2,675

Description:

An ASSOCIATE OF ARTS DEGREE IN CRIMINOLOGY is awarded to recognize the successful completion of the equivalent of two years of full-time study. It requires 60 credits as prescribed below, inclusive of 3 elective credits. An overall minimum GPA of 2.33 is required. Upon completion of the Associate of Arts degree, students can then transfer directly into SFU's Criminology program to complete the final two years of a Bachelor of Arts Degree. The Criminology program is designed to assist students in gaining an in-depth understanding of the complexities of criminal and other deviant behavior and of society's reaction to crime and deviance. The program emphasizes the importance of meeting local needs and drawing on the strengths and resources within the community.

Prerequisites:

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
  •  Grade11 Mathematics  or  Grade11 Principles of Mathematics 
  •  Grade12 English 
Applicants are required to have Grade 12 graduation plus a C+ minimum in the following: English 12 (or ENGL 060), and Math 11 Principles (or Math 051).

* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

Modified on August 17, 2022