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Being a detective is a very interesting job for some people. This job is full of unexpected events and is always keeping you on your feet. Although like any job there is a lot of paperwork involved, a person who enjoys solving problems and is a critical thinker would love this job. A person who is very into law and regulations would enjoy this job as well. The excitement of solving cases and bringing justice to a community, city, or country is something many people who are now detectives are interested in.

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Criminology courses come at a range of prices, For example, at Ryerson University, the tuition cost of the undergrad criminology course is $7,046 - $7,126. This does not account for residence though. A dorm is approximately $9690, meal plan is between $4120-$5870, and other fees are accounted for.

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Criminology is the study of crime and justice, and their relationship to the police, courts, prison and other systems of regulation. You'll gain hands-on experience through international exchanges, research and case studies, and working in various communities. You'll graduate with the ability to think critically about issues in law, social inequality, Indigenous justice, ethics, crime control and prevention. Upon graduation, apply your understanding of the critical issues of race, class and gender on the administration of the criminal justice system.

This is one of 10 bachelor of arts programs that share a one-year foundation.
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*Actual minimum grade ranges required for fall 2020 admission/wait list consideration will be determined based on grades and qualifications presented by the applicant pool as they become available. Required grade ranges may fluctuate from year to year (up or down) as a result of competition. Applicants not educated in Ontario may present the equivalent of the Ontario requirements. Ryerson reserves the right to determine equivalency at its sole discretion.

Tuition and Fees 2019/2020

Domestic Fees Range: $7,046 - $7,126
International Fees Range: $27,282 - $27,627

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Academic Requirements
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent with a minimum of six Grade 12 U or M courses including the following program specific requirements.
Typically, a minimum overall average of 70% establishes eligibility for admission consideration; subject to competition individual programs may require higher pre-requisite grades and/or higher overall averages:

A minimum grade of 70 % or higher will be required in Grade 12 U English/anglais (ENG4U/EAE4U preferred).

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After Graduation

Students are prepared to work towards defending social justice and human rights through inventive solutions to the fundamental justice issues of our time. They find opportunities in policing, courts, corrections, non-governmental support agencies; social and victim support services; community-based diversion or restorative justice programs; correctional or case work with prisoners, ex-offenders or young offenders; support services for women, victims of crime and inmates. You can work as a probation officer, youth worker, policy analyst, residential and community support worker, or anti-money laundering investigator. You may choose to pursue law school or graduate studies in criminology, social justice and other disciplines.

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You are now in the main content area Quick Links Criminology is the study of crime and justice, and their relationship to the police, courts, prison and other systems of regulation. You'll gain hands-on experience through international exchanges, research and case studies, and working in various communities.

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In Canada there are many universities that offer criminology majors for your bachelor's degree. These are required to become a detective. for example,  Ryerson University, Bishop's University, Humber College, and Carleton University have all been ranked as some of the best universities with criminology majors. It is a good idea to apply to these post-secondaries to become a detective.

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Bachelor's Degrees in Criminology in Canada

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Criminology degrees at universities and colleges in Canada - Find 29 Bachelor's Degrees in Criminology to study abroad.

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In Canada there are steps required to become a detective. The steps include earning a bachelors degree in a related criminal investigation field, such as criminology, criminal justice, and psychology. You need to apply to a large police station after college in Canada to gain experience, and after a few years of experience you need to express to your superiors that you would like to become a detective, they will be the ones referring you, and over time you will gain experience and a reputation to earn the premotion.

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Here in Canada there are many locations in which a detective can apply and work. Specifically in the GTA we have many divisions in Mississauga, Toronto, and Hamilton where detectives find work. For example, Division 11 station is a 14 min drive from Meadowvale Secondary School.

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Detective salary range between the type of detective and where they are located. For example, here in Toronto, a detectives salary would be approximate CA$121,643/yr. But a detective in York would have a salary of CA$117,033/yr. The salary depends on the crime rate in a certain region.

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Detectives often collect information to solve crimes by talking to witnesses and informants, collecting physical evidence, or searching records in databases. This helps them to arrest criminals and allow them to be convicted in court.

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A detective is an investigator. They are a member of a law enforcement agency and collect information to solve crimes.