Justice Studies

    Justice Studies

    Duration1.5 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    USD 16,667 / Year
    Apply DateAugust 31, 2022
    Next IntakeJanuary 9, 2023
    Justice Studies

    About

    Understanding justice, and its many layers, is complicated. It requires thinkers who are passionate about creating a just world. Thinkers like you. 

    As a student in the Graduate Diploma in Justice Studies program you will learn about what justice means in many contexts, societies and organizations. You'll look at ideas of justice from interdisciplinary, transdisciplinary and multifaceted perspectives.

    Justice Studies topics may include:

    • Indigenous rights
    • health
    • disability
    • housing
    • poverty
    • racism
    • gender inequality
    • environmental issues

    You will learn concepts around fairness, identity and communication, with the goal of creating social change and a more just world.

    This program is meant for current and aspiring professionals in justice-related institutions or agencies. Your classmates may be from government, policing, military, for-profit/non-profit and international organizations. People who share your desire to transform the world by solving complex social issues.


    Program outcomes

    Once you have completed this program, you'll have skills in transdisciplinary and systemic thinking, critical analysis of justice issues, research and advocacy. You'll be prepared to work in sectors such as social, community and justice services, social and health policy research, policing and corrections.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Standard admission

    • Four-year (or comparable) undergraduate degree in a relevant and related field*, with a minimum GPA of 'B+' (3.33/4.33), from a recognized post-secondary institution

    * Relevant and related fields are defined by each program based on disciplinary and/or professional practices.  Applicants are required to address how they consider their academic education to be relevant and related to their desired program of study within the personal statement questions.

    Flexible admission

    • Applicants who meet the degree requirement, but not the GPA requirement, will be required to have a minimum 5 years of relevant* professional experience.
    • Applicants without an undergraduate degree will normally require 10 years of work experience, with a minimum of two years of relevant* professional experience in a leadership or management position**, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
    • All flexible admission applicants will be required to take "Academic Writing and Critical Thinking" and obtain a minimum B+ (77%).

    * Each program, based on disciplinary and/or professional practices, defines what is considered relevant professional experience.  Applicants are required to address how/why they consider their respective supervisory (and overall work experience) to be relevant and related to their desired program of study within the personal statement questions.

    ** Experience in a leadership or management position is considered on the basis of a holistic review of career progression, which demonstrates increasing competency and/or responsibility.  This can include, but is not limited to, supervisory functions, signing responsibilities, contributions to organisational change and/or implementation of organisational vision and mission.  Applicants are required to address how they consider their work experience to meet these requirements within the personal statement

    English language proficiency

    • If English is not your primary language, please review our English language requirements.

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 60
    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 88

    Fee Information

    How to Apply

    All applications to this program require submission of the following information and supporting documents before your file can be assessed for admission:

    Application form

    In order to apply online, you will be required to create a log-in account using your email address. You will be required to list all credit courses and/or programs you have completed or are currently enrolled in. An application fee will be required. If your application fees are being paid by a third party, review sponsored student information. Once submitted, you may check the status of your application at any time.

    Official transcripts

    Applicants are responsible for arranging for the submission of official transcripts from ALL post-secondary (higher education) institutions currently or previously attended, for all credit courses and/or programs. Transcripts are not required for non-credit programs or courses, though some programs may require proof of professional certifications or designations.

    Transcripts are considered official only if submitted directly by the Registrar or other recognized authority of the providing institution in the institution's original, sealed envelope. If the envelope has been opened, the transcripts are no longer official and new (official) transcripts will be required to complete your application.

    All international transcripts or credentials are subject to an international transcript and/or credential evaluation.

    Statement of intent

    Applicants must prepare a statement of intent that speaks to the following questions:

    • What influenced your decision to apply to Royal Roads University, and specifically this program?
    • Why is do you think the Bachelor of Commerce in Entrepreneurial Management is the right program for you?
    • What do you hope to gain from and contribute to the program?
    • What are your goals and ambitions beyond the program?

     If there is any other information that you feel might be of interest or relevance to your application, please include it in the statement of intent.

    Letters of reference

    Typically, applicants will provide one professional letter and one academic or community service letter. For those unable to provide an academic reference, two professional references are suitable. Purely personal references will not be accepted.

    Letters should confirm suitable candidacy for the program and be emailed directly by the author to the Admissions office. For example, writers should speak to why they believe you will succeed in the program (and why) and that they believe the program will benefit you (and why). The context in which the writer has come to know you should also be mentioned. There is no set standard for formatting, length or level of detail.

    Detailed resume (chronological)

    • Education: List all post-secondary education, degrees, diplomas, and certificates you have achieved as well as non-credit education you have received.
    • Work experience: Include the position title, name of the organization, length of service (including hours per week worked/performed), and a description of your role, responsibilities and accomplishments. Entrepreneurial and professional athletic pursuits can be included here.
    • Voluntary/unpaid work experience: List and describe any voluntary/unpaid employment and/or community service experience. Include the name of the organization, length of service, and a description of your role, responsibilities and accomplishments/contributions.
    • Professional memberships and affiliationsList professional and quasi-professional memberships and affiliations you hold/have held.
    • Other relevant informationProvide any other information which you believe is relevant to your application and will be of assistance in assessing your application.

    If applicable:

    • Applicants declaring permanent resident or Convention Refugee status in Canada, must submit a copy of their Permanent Resident Card (PR card) along with their application.
    • Transcript evaluation fee or credential evaluation report, if submitting international transcripts.
    • An official English language proficiency score report or other evidence of proficiency if English is not your primary language.
    • Other information or documents as may be requested to determine your eligibility.

    For information on how and where to send your supporting documents, please refer to the document submission guidelines.

    Justice Studies
    Royal Roads University
    Royal Roads University
    Canada

    Canada, Abbotsford

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