Criminology and Criminal Justice

Faculty: Faculty of Arts
Degree(s): Bachelor of Arts
Campus: Fredericton

Criminology and Criminal Justice is the study of crime and justice from a sociological perspective . Do you find yourself wondering about issues involving criminalization, criminality, and justice? Are you interested in topics like crime, criminalization, social regulation, or justice? Criminology and Criminal Justice will answer your questions and give you a new lens for seeing the world around you.  

A student may complete an honours or major in Criminology and Criminal Studies in the Bachelor of Arts (BA) program.  

Why Criminology and Criminal Justice at UNB?

At UNB, t he Criminology and Criminal Justice program is focused on providing students the knowledge, skills, and methods required to pursue meaningful careers within government, police, NGOs, law, advocacy groups, and more. Students can expect to develop a rigorous and deep understanding of the causes and consequences of crime and deviance, which will prepare them for the workforce, or Criminology graduate programs in Canada and beyond .  

Hands-on learning: 

  • Our Faculty members are also researchers who are actively involved in the community. 
  • Our Department supports and promotes international exchanges.  

Skills you will acquire:

  • Critical thinking
  • Effective communication
  • Research efficiency  
  • A comprehensive knowledge of team dynamics  
  • Theoretical and methodological expertise  

Admission requirements

For admission requirements, select "Arts" in our   admission requirements tool .  

Sample Courses

  • CRIM 2563: Violence and Society
  • CRIM 2575: Terrorism
  • CRIM 2613: Youth Justice
  • CRIM 3385: Sociology of Policing and Security
  • CRIM 3636: Restorative Justice
  • CRIM 4313: Families, Law, and Social Policy

Careers

  • Policing 
  • Government
  • Policy
  • Security
  • NGOs
  • Community Organizations
  • Research
  • The Legal System

Holland College UNB Criminology and Criminal Justice Pathway

The Holland College–University of New Brunswick (UNB) Criminology and Criminal Justice Pathway offers students a streamlined and innovative route to completing a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice in just 3.5 years. This collaborative program combines UNB’s strong academic foundation with Holland College’s career-focused police training.

  • Accelerated completion of a UNB bachelor’s degree in 3.5 years
  • Integration of theoretical, critical, and applied learning
  • Designed for students interested in law enforcement, corrections, public safety, and justice-related careers
  • Small class sizes and personalized support
  • Hands-on, real-world learning opportunities through applied police training

Year 1 – UNB (Fredericton campus)

Students begin with foundational coursework in criminology and criminal justice at UNB.

Year 2 – UNB & Holland College

Students complete the fall term at UNB, then transition to Holland College’s Police Science (Cadet) program for winter and summer terms, combining classroom instruction with practical, on-the-job training.

Final year – UNB

Students return to UNB to complete their final three semesters and graduate with a UNB Bachelor’s Degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice.


This pathway equips students with:

  • Strong critical thinking and investigative skills
  • Knowledge of the social and psychological dimensions of crime
  • Practical experience valued by employers in law enforcement, corrections, and justice-related fields
  • A solid foundation for graduate or professional studies

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