Penticton,
BC,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Diploma in Criminal and Social Justice in Kelowna Canada | Okanagan College
Okanagan College
|
Kelowna Canada
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
16,960
(c. USD12,169.07)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The Criminal and Social Justice program at Okanagan College's Penticton campus offers an Arts-focused education in criminal and social justice. This four-semester, two-year curriculum includes diverse courses in Sociology, Psychology, Political Science, and Criminology, along with elective Arts courses tailored to individual interests. Potential study areas encompass indigenous studies, gender studies, race and ethnicity, globalization, and poverty. Upon completing the program, graduates receive a Diploma in Criminal and Social Justice, enabling them to pursue further education at institutions across British Columbia and beyond or enter the workforce directly, given the increasing demand in this field. The program equips students with comprehensive knowledge of criminal and social justice matters in Canada and globally, while developing essential academic abilities like analytical reasoning, critical analysis, effective communication, and research skills applicable to their careers and academic goals. Acquire hands-on knowledge of criminal and social justice challenges in Canada and worldwide. Enhance your problem-solving, analytical, communication, and research capabilities to excel in your chosen career path.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
B.C. secondary school graduation, or equivalent.
English 12 with minimum 60% or alternatives.
Students with a passing grade of less than 60% in English 12, English 12 First Peoples or TPC 12 will be admissible to the first year of the program, subject to the following conditions:
Registration is restricted to courses for which the student satisfies the prerequisites. Registration in first-year English courses is, therefore, prohibited.
Successful completion of the English entrance requirements within the first year of studies. This may be done in one of the following ways:
Successful completion of English 12, English 12 First Peoples or TPC 12 or an equivalent course with a minimum grade of 60%. This may be done concurrently through the College's Adult Basic Education Program or by completing an equivalent course through a distance education program.
Mature Applicants: A mature applicant will be at least 19 years of age and will not have attended secondary school on a full-time basis for a minimum period of one year.
International Baccalaureate (IB) programs accepted.
Duolingo English Test - Overall score 105
IELTS - Overall band score of 6.0 (with no band less than 6.0)
TOEFL - 79 (Internet-based), or 213 (computer-based), or 550 (paper-based)
English 12 with minimum 60% or alternatives.
Students with a passing grade of less than 60% in English 12, English 12 First Peoples or TPC 12 will be admissible to the first year of the program, subject to the following conditions:
Registration is restricted to courses for which the student satisfies the prerequisites. Registration in first-year English courses is, therefore, prohibited.
Successful completion of the English entrance requirements within the first year of studies. This may be done in one of the following ways:
Successful completion of English 12, English 12 First Peoples or TPC 12 or an equivalent course with a minimum grade of 60%. This may be done concurrently through the College's Adult Basic Education Program or by completing an equivalent course through a distance education program.
Mature Applicants: A mature applicant will be at least 19 years of age and will not have attended secondary school on a full-time basis for a minimum period of one year.
International Baccalaureate (IB) programs accepted.
Duolingo English Test - Overall score 105
IELTS - Overall band score of 6.0 (with no band less than 6.0)
TOEFL - 79 (Internet-based), or 213 (computer-based), or 550 (paper-based)
Tuition
CAD
16,960