Criminology
Modern society is fascinated with crime. It is everywhere, from the evening news, to the bestseller list, to prime-time television. But despite this fascination, few people have the knowledge and expertise to really understand the implications of crime and how to handle it within our society.
Blackboard Communication Centre
Current students please see the Criminology Blackboard Communication Centre for course information, program information, professional development, events, volunteer/job opportunities, electronic copies of the Criminology Student Handbook, checklists, application forms, etc.
- ​Sign into Blackboard
- Click on this link:
- Click the Enroll button at the bottom of the course menu (left navigation bar).
- Click Submit to complete your enrollment.
- Click OK to continue.
Competitive Skills
The Criminology program at ÁñÁ«ÊÓƵ will help you gain the skills needed for a satisfying career in the fields of criminal justice, policing, law, psychology as well as many other fulfilling career paths.
Best Instructors
You'll learn with instructors who have experience on the front lines as lawyers, youth workers, police officers, policy makers and psychologists. They are passionate about issues such as Aboriginal justice, gambling and child abuse. Most of all they are compassionate professionals dedicated to helping you learn about the criminal mind, and the intricate system society has designed to deal with criminal behaviour.
Program Options
Student Research
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BA Applied Criminology Honours Students 2024-25
Want More Information?
Program Advisor and General Enquiries: Patti Roos, crimcoordinator@douglascollege.ca
Chair of Criminology: John Cater, caterj@douglascollege.ca
Coordinator of the BA-Applied Criminology Programs: Dr. Patrick Lalonde lalondep@douglascollege.ca
Coordinator of the Criminology Practicum Program: Dr. Andrew Reid, reida3@douglascollege.ca
Co-Coordinators of the Youth Justice Worker Diploma: Tara Chang, changt@douglascollege.ca and Meaghan Dougherty, doughertym@douglascollege.ca
Coordinator of Criminology: Dr. Caroline Greaves, greavesc@douglascollege.ca
Coordinator of Legal Studies: Graeme Bowbrick, bowbrickg@douglascollege.ca