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Hons in Policing in Society

Ontario Tech University

Oshawa, Ontario, Canada•THE 2026 #801-1000

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Hons in Policing in Society is a honours degree in Others programme offered by Ontario Tech University in Oshawa, Canada. The programme runs for 4 years, delivered on campus. Tuition for international students is CAD 33,154 per year (CAD 6,102 per year for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Honours Degree
Field: Others
Duration: 4 years
Delivery: On Campus
Local tuition: CAD 6,102 / year
International tuition: CAD 33,154 / 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: ontariotechu.ca · How we collect data ·

Program details

Overview

This program leads to a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Criminology and Justice, specializing in Policing in Society, over four years (five with the co-op option), delivered in-class at the Downtown Oshawa campus, exploring the role of law enforcement in society and historical and contemporary issues in policing, including the policing of diverse communities, emerging patterns in law enforcement, and evidence-based policing. The broader Criminology and Justice curriculum critically analyzes criminological and sociological explanations of why people commit crimes and how societies define crime and criminals, drawing on criminology, sociology, philosophy, psychology and law, and approaches criminal justice administration through principles of fairness, equity, peace and justice. The specialization can be taken with the Criminology and Justice program. A direct-entry co-op option offers full-time, paid work terms applied for directly through the OUAC application. It suits students aiming at careers such as law enforcement officer, corrections officer, probation officer, or policy analyst.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Ontario Tech University states no admission requirements specific to Policing in Society beyond the OSSD prerequisites it lists and its general English proficiency policy. Applicants need the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) with six 4U/4M credits, including English (ENG4U). Admission is competitive: last year's cut-off was 70 per cent and the expected cut-off sits in the low 70s, so meeting the minimums does not guarantee a seat. Applicants whose first language is not English must present, within two years of the intake, IELTS Academic 6.5 with no band below 6.0, Duolingo English Test 120, PTE Academic 58, CAEL 70 with no band below 60, Cambridge English Advanced 180 with no band below 170, or Oxford ELLT 7, or an IB Diploma or certificate with a minimum grade of 4 in English A, per the university's general admission requirements. The program begins in September and January.

Application Details

Start Date: September and January

About Ontario Tech University

“Challenge, Innovate, Connect”

Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Suburban
Founded: 2002
Students: 14,000
THE rank: #801-1000
Programs: 142
Location: Oshawa, Ontario, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Hons in Policing in Society award?

Ontario Tech University awards a Honours Degree in the field of Others on completion of this programme.

How long does Hons in Policing in Society take?

The programme runs for 4 years.

How much does Hons in Policing in Society cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 33,154 per year (CAD 6,102 per year for local students).

Can Hons in Policing in Society be studied online?

No — the programme is taught on campus at Ontario Tech University.

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