Criminal and Social Justice Diploma

The two-year diploma program is delivered fully online or in a combination of face-to-face and online courses and is awarded to students who successfully complete the curriculum, a total of 60 credits.

The program is designed to prepare you for a potential career in the field of criminal or social justice or to further post-secondary education such as a bachelor degree and is designed to facilitate maximum transferability to a full degree program after 2 years at College of the Rockies.

This program starts in September each year.

In the criminal and social justice diploma program, you will:

• Study theories of human and social behavior, criminal justice system and cultural and institutional roots of crime and deviance
• Learn about oppression and marginalization and will further their understanding of Indigenous peoples and Indigenous knowledge
• Develop effective skills in cross-cultural relations, communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention.
• Be provided opportunities to develop the knowledge and skills to further your post-secondary education or to prepare for a potential career within the field of criminal and social justice.

Program Structure:

Year 1 – Fall Semester

Year 1 – Winter Semester

Year 2 – Fall Semester

Year 2 – Winter Semester

One elective from the following:

Notes:

• Students intending to complete a degree should complete ENGL 100 plus either ENGL 101 or ENGL 102 in their diploma. Please consult the degree-granting institution on its English requirements.
• Students transferring to VIU after first year must complete CRIM 135 before admission.

Total Credits: 60

View official program outline

View Criminal and Social Justice Planning Guide

Year 1 – Semester 1 – Fall

Year 1 – Semester 2 – Winter

Year 2 – Semester 1 – Fall

Notes:

Year 2 – Semester 2 – Winter

Choose one elective from the following:

Academic Requirements:

• Secondary school graduation or equivalent.
• Earned a minimum grade of C+ (65%) in at least 1 of the following:
  • ENST 12 – English Studies 12
  • ENFP 12 – English First Peoples 12
  • ENGL090 – English – Provincial Level

Tuition and Fees for Domestic Students:

For the 2024/25 academic year (2024/SU, 2024/FA, 2025/WI, 2025/SP)

_{*These prices are for domestic students and may not be 100% accurate. However, these estimates will give you an adequate idea of tuition and fees for our programs. These prices do not include textbook costs. All prices are subject to change. Tuition fees include an alumni fee, student activity fees, and a student technology fee. In certain cases a materials and supply fee may also be included. For more information, visit: Tuition and Fees.}

Tuition and Fees for International Students

For the 2024/25 academic year (2024/SU, 2024/FA, 2025/WI, 2025/SP)

_{*These prices are for international students and may not be 100% accurate. However, these estimates will give you an adequate idea of tuition and fees for our programs. These prices do not include textbook costs. All prices are subject to change. Tuition fees include an alumni fee, student activity fees, and a student technology fee. In certain cases a materials and supply fee may also be included. For more information, visit: Tuition and Fees.}

An education in Career and Social Justice opens up many career options. Just a few examples include:

• Correctional Service Officers *
• Social policy researchers, consultants and program officers *
• Border Services, Customs, and Immigration Officers *

With additional education and/or experience, career opportunities may include:

• Probation and Parole Officers
• Social and Community Service Workers *
• Managers in Social, Community, and Correctional Services *

* High Opportunity Occupation