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The Bachelor of Arts in Criminology explores criminal behaviour and the criminal justice system. Students will study the criminal mind through courses that look at sociology, psychology and the Canadian legal system. 

Criminology: Bachelor of Arts Degree (BA)

Thompson Rivers University

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There are three categories of entry options:

Option A. First Year Entry
1. High school graduation or equivalent
2. English 12 (73%) or equivalent
3. Pre-calculus 12 (C+) or equivalent

Note: If you do not meet the academic requirements but are a high school graduate or a mature student (at least 19 years old), you may still be conditionally admitted to the Program.

Option B. Third Year Entry
1. Completion of at least 48 credits or equivalent which meet the Lower-Level requirements of TRU's Bachelor of Computing Science

Option C. Second or Fourth Year Entry 
1. Entry from some post-secondary studies (by completing a computing science diploma or other undergraduate program), and/or work experience in the Information Technology Field based on Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition.

Academic Admission Requirement

1. If you have questions about admission options and/or need assistance on program planning, Academic Advisor at TRU can help. 

Admission Advice

Applications are accepted at any time throughout the year. Please contact Student Services at 250.852.7000 (Kamloops and International) or 1.800.663.9711 (Toll-free within Canada), or email student@tru.ca.

When you are ready to apply, use our [pre-application checklist](https://www.educationplannerbc.ca/go/resources) to make sure you have everything you need, and visit our [How-to guides page](https://www.educationplannerbc.ca/help) for more information.

Thompson Rivers University

Criminology: Bachelor of Arts Degree (BA)

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