The Criminology (BA) at Wilfrid Laurier University offers you a comprehensive exploration into the complex world of crime, its causes, and societal responses. This undergraduate degree is ideal for students driven to understand the intricacies of the criminal justice system, the motivations behind criminal behaviour, and the impact of crime on individuals and communities. You will engage with an interdisciplinary approach, drawing on sociology, psychology, and law to critically analyse issues such as global terrorism, multiple murder, and white-collar crime, preparing you to address pressing social challenges.
You will study this program full-time on campus over four years, gaining hands-on experience through a variety of academic opportunities and potential minors in areas like Human Rights or Law and Society. Your learning will involve foundational courses such as Introduction to Criminology and Introduction to the Criminal Justice System, progressing to upper-year electives that delve into specialised topics. You will graduate with a strong analytical toolkit and a nuanced understanding of criminology, positioning you for diverse career paths in law enforcement, policy analysis, social work, or further graduate studies.