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Criminal Justice - Bachelor of (Post-Diploma)

Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada

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Criminal Justice - Bachelor of (Post-Diploma) is a bachelor's degree in Law programme taught at Lethbridge Polytechnic in Lethbridge, Canada. The programme runs for 2 years. Tuition for international students is CAD 19,350 per year (CAD 7,350 per year for local students).

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Degree: Bachelor's Degree

Field: Law

Duration: 2 years

Local tuition: CAD 7,350 / year

International tuition: CAD 19,350 / year

We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page. — it helps other students.

Last checked September 2026 · Source: lethpolytech.ca ·

Program details

Overview

The Bachelor of Criminal Justice (Post-Diploma) is a two-year degree completion program at Lethbridge Polytechnic covering Years 3 and 4 of the Bachelor of Criminal Justice curriculum. It combines classroom theory, work-integrated learning, and applied research, building critical thinking, conflict resolution, ethical decision-making, leadership, and research skills for justice-related careers. The program is offered on-campus, with lectures, labs, and hands-on training at the main Lethbridge Polytechnic campus, as well as an online asynchronous option. Graduates receive the Bachelor of Criminal Justice (BCJ) degree and connect with industry partners through work-integrated learning opportunities, opening pathways to careers in policing, corrections, and human services, or to graduate-level study. On-campus and online sections begin each September, with additional online-only intakes in January and May.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Applicants must have completed either the Criminal Justice - Corrections or Criminal Justice - Policing diploma from Lethbridge Polytechnic with a minimum GPA of 2.00. Transfer students require a diploma or degree in a human service or justice-related field with a minimum GPA of 2.00 or equivalent. Effective the 2027-2028 intake, applicants must also demonstrate English language proficiency.

Application Details

Start Date: September, January and May

About Lethbridge Polytechnic

Type: College

Founded: 1957

Programs: 67

Location: Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Criminal Justice - Bachelor of (Post-Diploma) award?

Lethbridge Polytechnic awards a Bachelor's Degree in the field of Law on completion of this programme.

How long does Criminal Justice - Bachelor of (Post-Diploma) take?

The programme runs for 2 years.

How much does Criminal Justice - Bachelor of (Post-Diploma) cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 19,350 per year (CAD 7,350 per year for local students).

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