Criminology (BA)

About this programme

Interested in understanding crime, justice and social change? Wilfrid Laurier University’s Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Criminology explores how crime is defined, why it occurs and how societies respond to criminal behaviour, victimization and social justice. You’ll draw from sociology, psychology and law to examine complex challenges affecting communities today. Build critical thinking, research and analytical skills that prepare you for careers in criminal justice, public policy, social services, law and beyond. Enhance your degree through a multi-degree pathway, including a pathway to gain a law degree (LLB) , a master's degree in business administration (MBA), or a master's degree in criminology (MA) , new for fall 2027. Discover what makes this Laurier program unique and how you’ll gain real-world experience. Your future professors work hard to make sure your academic experience is current, complete and designed to open doors in your career. Here are a few things you can count on: Here are just a few of our students’ favourite ways to apply their learning in the real world throughout their degree (check out the Experience Guide for even more!): Explore a sample weekly schedule to see what your day-to-day might look like in this program. Get a glimpse of what you will study throughout your degree. See what your first-year classes will look like through sample courses and start exploring what your upper academic years can offer. Explore a variety of courses, specializations and pathway options that let you shape your degree around your unique interests and goals. Fin