Honours Bachelor of Police Studies
Program: BAPS
Credential: Honours Bachelor Degree
Delivery: Full-time (BAPS) + Advanced Standing (BAPA) + Part-time
Work Integrated Learning: 1 Co-op Work Term
Length: 8 Semesters, plus 1 work term
Duration: 4 Years (BAPS), 2 Years (BAPA)
Effective: Fall 2019
Location: Orillia
Description
The Honours Bachelor of Police Studies degree encourages a broadened critical understanding of the nature, role and function of policing. Students will explore a variety of topics offering opportunities for careers in law enforcement. The program learning outcomes value an integrated learning approach to police education that will provide a diverse range of students with the critical mix of professionalism, technical/legal expertise and analytical skills necessary to succeed in justice-related careers. This multi-dimensional degree complements, rather than duplicates, existing educational initiatives, offering courses that encourage increasing levels of thinking and analysis, which are dynamic in design, rationale and delivery. The learning outcomes are designed to directly calibrate with the policing community and its high professional standards.
Career Opportunities
This program will prepare our graduates with a variety of career and educational opportunities. The primary career categories include the Ontario Provincial Police Service and municipal police services. Opportunities may also include out-of-province police services, Royal Canadian Mounted Police, Canadian Armed Forces, By-Law Enforcement, Private Police and Investigators, Canada Border Services and Corrections.
Program Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- understand historical, current and future global trends affecting the professional police sector;
- employ effective problem solving skills with respect to critical incident management in law enforcement;
- apply computer literacy and effective oral and written communication skills applicable to the policing profession;
- utilize interpersonal and team building skills in diverse settings and apply leadership skills appropriately;
- understand national and international political, justice and legal systems including the wide variety of criminal and civil justice agencies and services;
- research, organize, evaluate, synthesize and analyze evidence and statistical data based on investigation;
- provide ethical, accountable and effective professional practices to individuals and groups in the community from a variety of diverse backgrounds;
- assess and analyze the effectiveness and current relevance of judicial policies and procedures;
- apply knowledge of individual and group behaviour within the context of current social issues and crime and deviance;
- analyze and apply business strategies to police services;
- develop short and long term personal and professional goals and networking that assist with ongoing career planning;
- show an appreciation for life-long learning and a broad range of interests;
- apply critical thinking and analytical skills inside and outside the discipline;
- apply learning from one or more areas outside the discipline.
Practical Experience
Co-operative Education is a mandatory component of all Co-op programs at Georgian College; it has been designed as a process by which students integrate their academic education with work experience related to their programs of study. This integration affects much more than simply earning a salary, including the adjustment to the work environment and the development of professionalism. It also reinforces skills and theory learned during academic semesters, develops professional contacts, job knowledge and career path, improves human relations and communication skills, and promotes personal maturity and financial independence.
Students are requested to register, attend and participate in their scheduled co-operative education classes. These classes are scheduled for all first year students and are expected to be completed in order for students to proceed successfully to their first co-op work experiences. To ensure students are eligible to proceed onto any co-op work experience, students should refer to Promotional Status and Eligibility for Co-op as outlined in the College Calendar. Co-op policies and procedures can be located on our website:
www.georgiancollege.ca/student-services/co-op-and-career-services/students-tab/
Georgian College follows the Co-operative Education guidelines set out by the Canadian Association for Co-operative Education (CAFCE) and Education at Work Ontario (EWO) by supporting the learning outcomes designed for the program specific graduate profile and curriculum as set out by the Ministry of Advanced Education and Skills Development.
The Program Progression
Fall Intake - BAPS (direct entry stream)
- Sem 1: Fall 2019
- Sem 2: Winter 2020
- Sem 3: Fall 2020
- Sem 4: Winter 2021
- Sem 5: Fall 2021
- Sem 6: Winter 2022
- Work Term: Summer 2022
- Sem 7: Fall 2022
- Sem 8: Winter 2023
Fall Intake - BAPA (advanced standing stream)
Note: The advanced standing stream follows the Fall 2017 curriculum and semester progression which includes a second work term.
- Sem 5: Fall 2019
- Sem 6: Winter 2020
- Work Term 1: Summer 2020
- Sem 7: Fall 2020
- Sem 8: Winter 2021
- Work Term 2: Summer 2021
Articulation
A number of articulation agreements have been negotiated with universities and other institutions across Canada, North America and internationally. These agreements are assessed, revised and updated on a regular basis. Please contact the program co-ordinator for specific details if you are interested in pursuing such an option. Additional information can be found on our website at http://www.georgiancollege.ca/admissions/credit-transfer/
Admission Requirements
OSSD or equivalent with
- minimum overall average of 65 per cent
- six Grade 12 U or M level courses
- Grade 12 English (U)
Note: Police Foundations diploma graduates can apply to our advanced standing stream through OCAS using the major code of BAPA. Students entering this stream follow the Fall 2017 curriculum and semester progression.
Mature applicants may also be considered for admission to this program providing their previous school performance and/or recent work record suggests a strong possibility of academic success. In order to qualify, applicants must be 19 years of age by December 31 of the year of admission and must have been away from formal education for at least one year immediately prior to beginning studies. Mature applicants must meet subject prerequisites prior to registration.
Applicants should be aware that first-year enrolment is limited; satisfying minimum entrance requirements does not guarantee admission.
Selection Process
Selection is based on academic grades and subject prerequisites; applicants must meet minimum averages to receive final acceptance.
Additional Information
The College has been granted consent by the Minister of Training, Colleges and Universities to offer this degree. The college shall ensure that all students admitted to the above-named program during the period of consent will have the opportunity to complete the program within a reasonable time frame.
Non-core courses are required in all degree programs to meet the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities benchmark for depth and breadth in degree-level learning. These courses are designed to give students the tools to develop interdisciplinary perspectives that inform their approach to their own discipline, their continued education and their life outside work.
Students are required to take: at least one first year interdisciplinary course (INTS1xxx); two introductory courses in their choice of disciplines outside their main field of study, which may include psychology (PSYC 1000 or PSYC 1001), social science (SOCI 1000), humanities (HUMA 1012), or science (SCEN 1000); one advanced course in a discipline (ex. PSYC3xxx, SOSC3xxx, HUMA3xxx), and; one upper level interdisciplinary course (INTS4xxx). These courses and any remaining non-core course requirements to be selected from the program list.
Please Note
In Canada the various federal, provincial and municipal acts and regulations outline special requirements for those entering a career as a law enforcement officer. Students wishing to pursue such careers should ensure that they will be able to meet the physical and educational requirements before enrolling. Potential students with a criminal record will need to discuss their personal situations with college before enrolling in the program. In some cases an official criminal record may make it more difficult for students to complete the program requirements and find related employment after graduation.
Graduation Requirements
27 Core Courses
4 Non-Core Courses
1 Non-Core Psychology Course
4 Elective Courses (Specialty Topics: Core or Non-Core)
4 Elective Non-Core Courses
1 Co-op Work Term
Note: The advanced standing stream follows the curriculum and progression for the Fall 2017 intake which includes a second work term.
Graduation Eligibility
To graduate from this program, a student must attain a minimum of 60 percent or a letter grade of P (Pass) or S (Satisfactory) in each course in each semester, and have an overall average of 65 percent in core courses and 60% in non-core courses.
Program Tracking - BAPS (direct entry stream)
Semester 1 | Hours | |
---|---|---|
Core Courses | ||
POLC 1000 | Introduction to Police Studies | 42 |
POLC 1001 | Interpersonal Communications | 42 |
POLC 1002 | Canadian Criminal Justice | 42 |
POLC 1009 | Diversity, Equity, and Human Rights | 42 |
Non-Core Courses | ||
INTS 1007 | Interdisciplinary Modes of Communication | 42 |
Hours | 210 | |
Semester 2 | ||
Core Courses | ||
POLC 1004 | Fundamental Concepts of Criminal Law | 42 |
POLC 1005 | Human Kinetics for Policing | 42 |
POLC 1008 | Community Policing | 42 |
POLC 1010 | Document and Case Management | 42 |
Non-Core Courses | ||
INTS 1002 | Introduction to Multidisciplinary Research | 42 |
Hours | 210 | |
Semester 3 | ||
Core Courses | ||
POLC 2003 | Police Powers in Canada | 42 |
POLC 2006 | Provincial Offences | 42 |
POLC 2008 | Ergonomics and Wellness | 42 |
POLC 2009 | Youth Crime and Justice | 42 |
Non-Core Psychology Course | ||
Select either PSYC 1000 Introduction to Psychology 1 or PSYC 1001 Introduction to Psychology 2 during registration. | 42 | |
Hours | 210 | |
Semester 4 | ||
Core Courses | ||
POLC 2007 | Mental Health Issues | 42 |
POLC 2010 | Introduction to Forensic Science | 42 |
POLC 2011 | Criminology | 42 |
POLC 2012 | Principles in Traffic Law | 42 |
Non-Core Course | ||
SOCI 1000 | Introduction to Sociology | 42 |
Hours | 210 | |
Semester 5 | ||
Core Courses | ||
POLC 3002 | Foundations of Interviewing | 42 |
POLC 3007 | Criminal Law: Advanced Theories | 42 |
POLC 3012 | Policing and Society | 42 |
Elective Courses (Specialty Topics: Core or Non-Core) | ||
Select 1 course from the available list during registration. | 42 | |
Elective Non-core Courses | ||
Select 1 course from the available list during registration. | 42 | |
Hours | 210 | |
Semester 6 | ||
Core Courses | ||
POLC 3008 | Criminal Procedures and Evidence | 42 |
POLC 3013 | Principles of Ethical Reasoning and Policing | 42 |
POLC 3014 | Introduction to Research Methods for Policing | 42 |
Elective Courses (Specialty Topics: Core or Non-core) | ||
Select 1 course from the available list during registration. | 42 | |
Elective Non-Core Courses | ||
Select 1 course from the available list during registration. | 42 | |
Hours | 210 | |
Semester 7 | ||
Core Courses | ||
POLC 4005 | Human Resources Management in Policing | 42 |
POLC 4014 | Mediation and Dispute Resolution | 42 |
Non-Core Course | ||
MNGM 1000 | Leadership | 42 |
Elective Courses (Specialty Courses: Core and Non-Core) | ||
Select 1 course from the available list during registration. | 42 | |
Elective Non-Core Courses | ||
Select 1 course from the available list during registration. | 42 | |
Hours | 210 | |
Semester 8 | ||
Core Courses | ||
POLC 4001 | Professional Standards in Policing | 42 |
POLC 4015 | Criminal Behaviour and Analsysis | 42 |
POLC 4016 | Honours Research Seminar | 42 |
Elective Courses (Specialty Topics: Core or Non-Core) | ||
Select 1 course from the available list during registration. | 42 | |
Elective Non-Core Courses | ||
Select 1 course from the available list during registration. | 42 | |
Hours | 210 | |
Total Hours | 1680 |
Program Tracking - BAPA (advanced standing stream)
Semester 5 | Hours | |
---|---|---|
Core Courses | ||
POLC 3002 | Foundations of Interviewing | 42 |
POLC 3007 | Criminal Law: Advanced Theories | 42 |
POLC 3012 | Policing and Society | 42 |
Elective Courses (Specialty Topics: Core or Non-Core) | ||
Select 1 course from the available list during registration. | 42 | |
Elective Non-Core Courses | ||
Select 1 course from the available list during registration. | 42 | |
Hours | 210 | |
Semester 6 | ||
Core Courses | ||
POLC 3008 | Criminal Procedures and Evidence | 42 |
POLC 3013 | Principles of Ethical Reasoning and Policing | 42 |
POLC 3014 | Introduction to Research Methods for Policing | 42 |
Elective Courses (Specialty Topics: Core or Non-Core) | ||
Select 1 course from the available list during registration. | 42 | |
Elective Non-Core Courses | ||
Select 1 course from the available list during registration. | 42 | |
Hours | 210 | |
Semester 7 | ||
Core Courses | ||
POLC 4005 | Human Resources Management in Policing | 42 |
POLC 4014 | Mediation and Dispute Resolution | 42 |
Non-Core Course | ||
MNGM 1000 | Leadership | 42 |
Elective Courses (Specialty Topics: Core or Non-Core) | ||
Select 1 course from the available list during registration. | 42 | |
Elective Non-Core Courses | ||
Select 1 course from the available list during registration. | 42 | |
Hours | 210 | |
Semester 8 | ||
Core Courses | ||
POLC 4001 | Professional Standards in Policing | 42 |
POLC 4015 | Criminal Behaviour and Analsysis | 42 |
POLC 4016 | Honours Research Seminar | 42 |
Elective Courses (Specialty Topics: Core or Non-core) | ||
Select 1 course from the available list during registration. | 42 | |
Elective Non-Core Courses | ||
Select 1 course from the available list during registration. | 42 | |
Hours | 210 | |
Total Hours | 840 |
Co-op Work Terms | Hours | |
---|---|---|
COOP 1018 | Police Studies Work Term 1 | 560 |
COOP 2015 | Police Studies Work Term 2 (required for BAPA advanced standing stream only) | 560 |
Hours | 1120 | |
Total Hours | 1120 |
Code | Title |
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Elective Courses (Specialty Topics: Core or Non-Core) may include: | |
BSNS 2004 | Organizational Behaviour |
BSNS 4003 | Risk Management |
MNGM 1001 | Management Principles |
MNGM 2001 | Project Management |
MNGM 4000 | Strategic Management |
POLC 3009 | Biology of Crime |
POLC 3010 | Terrorism |
POLC 3011 | Physical Fitness Training for Policing |
POLC 4003 | Major Incident Command and Negotiating Skills |
POLC 4004 | Public And Media Relations |
POLC 4006 | Advanced Forensic Science |
POLC 4007 | Contemporary Social Movements |
POLC 4008 | Organized Crime |
POLC 4009 | Policing in Cyberspace: Trends and Issues |
POLC 4010 | Forensic Accounting: Advanced Techniques and Applications |
POLC 4011 | Police Governance |
POLC 4012 | Victimology |
POLC 4017 | Police Studies Advanced Perspectives |
Graduation Window
Students unable to adhere to the program duration of four years (as stated above) may take a maximum of eight years to complete their credential. After this time, students must be re-admitted into the program, and follow the curriculum in place at the time of re-admission.
Information contained in College documents respecting programs is correct at the time of publication. Academic content of programs and courses is revised on an ongoing basis to ensure relevance to changing educational objectives and employment market needs. The college reserves the right to add or delete programs, options, courses, timetables or campus locations subject to sufficient enrolment, and the availability of courses.