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Bachelor of Public Safety and Justice
- Edmonton, Canada
- 4 years
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
A four-year degree preparing graduates for policing, Corrections, Investigations and emergency response roles.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (3 years): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop foundational and applied understanding of Public Safety and Justice. Practice critical evaluation and communication in the subject. Apply relevant academic or professional methods in appropriate contexts.
Career outcomes
- Police officer
- Parole or probation officer
- Security intelligence officer
- Emergency management officer
- Emergency communicator (911 dispatcher)
- Park warden
- Crime analyst
- Public safety operations manager
Curriculum
- Four-year degree covering crime and risk analysis
- Justice systems
- Law and policy
- Investigation and intelligence
- Ethics and community communication. Courses include transformative justice and cybersecurity
- Students add social science electives and customise with embedded diplomas
- Certificates or minors
- Then complete a two-part research or practice-based capstone project.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Regular category: Alberta Grade 12 or equivalent with English (ELA 30-1) and four Group A-D subjects
- 65% overall average and no course below 50%
- Or previous post-secondary study with AGPA 2.0 on 4.0. Competitive programmes need higher averages. Mature admission is Canadian applicants only.
- 65% overall average with no course grade below 50% in ELA 30-1 and four Group A-D Grade 12 subjects (regular category)
- Competitive programmes (for example Science
- Commerce co-op
- Music
- Fine Arts
- Design
- Nursing) need higher averages or extra criteria.
Accepted academic background
Alberta Grade 12 or equivalent high school diploma with the required subjects (internationally educated applicants are assessed on equivalent subjects), Or 24+ university-level credits with AGPA 2.0 on 4.0 (previous post-secondary category), Mature admission is Canadian applicants only, Some programmes add portfolios, Auditions, References or security checks.
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5 (no band below 5.5)
- TOEFL iBT 86 (min 21 per section
- Duolingo tests taken before 2026-01-21) or 4.5 overall and per section on the new TOEFL scale (tests taken from 2026-01-21)
- PTE Academic Duolingo 115
- Cambridge PTE Academic 59 (no band below 56)
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- English Language Test Results (if applicable).
How to apply
- Check the programme requirements and deadline (Fall May 1
- Winter October 1. Some programmes March 30). Choose programmes and consult an international recruiter if needed. Apply online through ApplyAlberta (110 CAD application fee). Upload transcripts
- English test results and required documents. Accept the offer and pay the 1
- 000 CAD international confirmation deposit
- Applied to tuition. Provide the Provincial Attestation Letter MacEwan requests with the offer
- Then apply for a study permit with proof of funds.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $28,230 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $110 CAD |
| Deposit | $1,000 CAD |
Program details
| Campus | City Centre Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Faculty of Health and Community Studies |
| Department | Public Safety and Justice |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 120 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 3 years |
| Scholarship note | Scholarship consideration may depend on the specific program, Academic merit, Applicant status and available funding. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
30 Mar 2027
136 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 4 years.
The next deadline is 30 Mar 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $28,230 CAD per year. The application fee is $110 CAD. The deposit is $1,000 CAD. The estimated living cost is $23,448 CAD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5 (no band below 5.5), TOEFL iBT 86 (min 21 per section, Duolingo tests taken before 2026-01-21) or 4.5 overall and per section on the new TOEFL scale (tests taken from 2026-01-21), PTE Academic Duolingo 115, Cambridge PTE Academic 59 (no band below 56).