Certificate in Criminology
The Certificate Program in Criminology is designed for members of the community who have a special interest in the structure and administration of criminal justice. The program should be of particular interest to persons engaged in law enforcement, corrections or rehabilitation services.
Upon completion of this program, you will:
- enjoy a broader knowledge of the social sciences and be able to relate to your work the theories you have learned;
- have an understanding of the specific areas of criminology covered in the certificate credit courses;
- be aware of the unique situations and problems with which officials in other areas of criminal justice must deal.
Information regarding the Certificate in Criminology can be obtained by contacting Audrey O'Neill at sociology@mun.ca.
Regulations for the Certificate
To be eligible for the Certificate in Criminology a student must complete the following:
Section 1 - Compulsory degree-credit courses
15 credit hours including:
Psychology 1000 - Introduction to Psychology
Sociology 3290 - Deviance
Sociology 3395 - Criminal Justice
one of
Political Science 1000 - Introduction to Politics
Political Science 1010 - Issues in Canadian Politics
Political Science 2800 - Introduction to Canadian Politics and Government
one of
Sociology 1000 - Introduction to Sociology
Sociology 2000 - Principles of Sociology
Section 2 - Optional degree-credit courses
Six credit hours chosen from the following where a maximum of 3 credit hours can be in one subject area:
Archaeology 2492 - Forensic Anthropology
Political Science 2100 - Introduction to Political Theory
Political Science 2800 - Introduction to Canadian Politics and Government
Political Science 3610 - Public Administration in Canada
Political Science 3820 - Constitutional Law in Canada
Psychology 2012 - The Psychology of Human Development III
Psychology 2100 - Attitudes and Social Cognition
Psychology 2800 - Drugs and Behaviour
Psychology 3533 - Sexual Behaviour
Psychology 3640 - The Psychology of Abnormal Behaviour
(the former) Social Work 2510 - Social Administration: Introduction to Social Policy Formulation and Analysis
(the former) Social Work 3510 - Social Administration: National and Provincial Policies and Programs
(the former) Social Work 3721 - Human Behaviour and Social Environment: Social Problems and the Person
(the former) Social Work 4612 - Social Work in Corrections
(the former) Social Work 5112 - Family Law for Social Workers
Sociology 2100 - Social Inequality
Sociology 2230 - Newfoundland Society and Culture
Sociology 2250 - Changing World
Sociology 3120 - Social Psychology
Note: In some cases, students may substitute one optional course not listed in section 2, that has relevance to their area of speciality and to the field of criminology. Students may submit their request, in writing, to the Assistant Director, Certificate Programs, Division of Lifelong Learning. The Advisory Committee will consider the request. Permission to substitute must be obtained prior to the student enrolling in or completing the course.
Section 3 - Compulsory certificate-credit courses
Two of:
CRIM 1302 - Criminal Procedure and the Administration of Criminal Justice
CRIM 1303 - Corrections in the Criminal Justice System
CRIM 3301 - Selected Topics in Criminology
Note: Criminology 3301 Selected Topics in Criminology is not offered on a regular basis. Students may enroll in this course several times as content changes, however it may be applied to the certificate only once.
Notes
1. Certificate credit courses are specifically developed for certificate programs and as such may not not be applied towards the satisfaction of requirements for any other existing diploma or degree program.
2. In order to register for certificate credit courses, you must be admitted to Memorial. For admissions and registration information, please consult the Office of the Registrar.
3. Certificate requirements may be offered variously on-campus day and evenings as well via distance delivery. For availability of courses in any semester, please consult the Office of the Registrar's course offerings link.
4. No candidate will be awarded a certificate unless s/he has obtained an average of 2 points or better on the total number of credit hours required for the certificate.
