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Criminology and Criminal Justice examines crime and justice through a sociological lens. Do you often ponder questions related to criminalization, unlawful behavior, and justice systems? Are you fascinated by subjects such as criminal activity, legal prohibitions, societal control mechanisms, or judicial processes? This field will address your inquiries while offering fresh perspectives on the world. Students can pursue an honors or major in Criminology and Criminal Studies within the Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree.
UNB's Criminology and Criminal Justice program equips students with essential knowledge, practical skills, and methodological tools for careers in government, law enforcement, non-profits, legal fields, advocacy organizations, and other sectors. The curriculum fosters a thorough comprehension of crime's origins and impacts, preparing graduates for professional work or advanced Criminology studies in Canada and internationally.
Experiential education opportunities:
Our professors maintain active research programs with community engagement.
The Department encourages and facilitates global academic exchanges.
Developed competencies:
Analytical reasoning
Persuasive communication
Research proficiency
In-depth understanding of collaborative work environments
Specialized theoretical and methodological knowledge