Transfer Applicants
Overview
Channel your passion to help others and build the kind of communities that inspire us all.
Deepen your sense of duty with learning broad enough to see justice in a holistic way and focused enough to have you prepared to make an immediate difference. Become the collaborative, critical thinker ready to put your ethical commitment to your community to great use.
Go purposefully in the pursuit of justice.
Earn 2 credentials
- Honours Bachelor of Applied Science in Justice Studies
- Diploma in Justice & Community Services OR Police Foundations
Your degree is granted by the University of Guelph and diploma by Humber Polytechnic. You must complete all required courses to receive the credentials.
Highlights
- Work with justice professionals, get exposure to current issues and build important transferable skills through your studies and unique extracurricular opportunities
- Understand diversity, equity and inclusion; mental health and first aid; and globalization
- Complete up to 200 hours of community service work in justice agencies/organizations
- Be prepared for graduate or professional education, including law school
Get ready for the future
Our graduates come back to tell us just how well-prepared they were for their careers and studies—standing out among their peers. Our student-led, justice-focused extracurriculars are outstanding hands-on experience.
Extracurriculars
- Hone your oral advocacy and legal argumentation skills through moot court
- Attend U of GH info sessions for applying to graduate school, including law school, and taking your LSAT
- Evaluate crime scenes in our crime scene investigation (CSI) room and represent the University at competitions
- Join Alpha Phi Sigma or the Guelph-Humber Pre-Law Society
If you have any postsecondary education and you wish to apply to the University of Guelph-Humber, then you are a Transfer Applicant. Our college block credit transfer pathways and general transfer pathways demonstrate the transfer credit available to you.
Block credit transfer pathways
Our college block credit transfer pathways allow you to move seamlessly with your college diploma into our honours program.
If you are in your final year of diploma completion, or have a completed diploma, in one of the following recognized Ontario college diplomas (or equivalent), with a minimum cumulative average of low to mid-70s you are eligible for 10.0 transfer credits (equivalent to approximately two years of study).
- Community & Justice Services
- Police Foundations
- Protection, Security & Investigation
If you are in your final year of diploma completion, or have a completed diploma, in one of the following recognized Ontario college diplomas (or equivalent), with a minimum cumulative average of low to mid-70s, you are eligible for up to 5.0 transfer credits (equivalent to approximately one year of study).
- Law Clerk
- Paralegal
Note
Any two-year justice-, safety- or security-related diploma may receive up to 5 credits.
General transfer pathways
If you have any postsecondary education and are not eligible for a college block credit transfer pathway, we will evaluate your transfer credit based on your education history once you apply.
- Coming from a diploma program: If you have completed coursework or a diploma from a college diploma program, you must have a minimum cumulative average of low to mid-70s to be considered for admission.
- Coming from a degree program: If you have completed a degree or degree-related coursework from a recognized college or university program, you must have a minimum cumulative average of 65% to be considered for admission.
Part-time study for professionals
If you have a minimum of three years of full-time work experience in a related field and some postsecondary education, you may be interested in our part-time online program to earn your Bachelor of Applied Arts with a specialization in Justice & Public Safety.
Review the relevant program overview to see the courses that shape your degree. Course scheduling is subject to change.
- If you're transferring with a Community & Justice Services diploma, select the CJS (transfer) overview.
- For those with a Police Foundations or Protection, Security & Investigation diploma, select the POL (transfer) overview.
- If you're transferring with a Law Clerk or Paralegal diploma or fall under the General Transfer Pathway, please refer to the Justice Studies (general transfer) overview.
Get to Know Us
Complete up to 200 hours of work placement in justice agencies/organizations.
Past placements include:
- Various police services
- Law offices
- Ministry of the Attorney General
- St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton, Forensic Psychiatry Program
- Private investigation/security companies
- Canada Border Services Agency
- Toronto South Detention Centre/Ontario Ministry of the Solicitor General
- Elizabeth Fry Society
- Public Safety Canada
- Toronto Court Services
- Ministry of Children, Community & Social Services
- Special Investigations Unit (SIU)
Note: You may be required to complete a Vulnerable Sector Screening and/or Criminal Reference Check prior to placement.
Awards and competitions
Join our award-winning teams to represent the University in justice case competitions against other postsecondary institutions (local, regional and abroad). Solve complex problems, earn valuable experience and network with top professionals.
Wrongful convictions
Join the work of Innocence Canada to work on correcting wrongful convictions. Alpha Phi Sigma is a partner with Innocence Canada and hosts a Wrongful Conviction Week each year.
Get certified
Register to take part in mental health first-aid training, and have it officially recognized on your Co-Curricular Record.
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My favourite class was the Senior Seminar. I focused on different aspects of victimology throughout the semester and engaged in research, discussion and critical analyses.
Future options include...
- Lawyer
- Court Reporter
- Police Officer
- Bylaw Enforcement Officer
- Parole/Probation Officer
- Border Services Officer
- Forensic Investigator
- Victim Services Worker
- Crime & Intelligence Analyst
- Anti-money Laundering Investigator
- Corporate Security Manager
- Fraud Analyst
- Corporate Investigator
- Certified Protection Professional
Graduate school and further education
- Law School (local/international)
- Bachelor of Education (Teachers College)
- Master of Public Administration
- Master of Arts in Political Science
- Master of Arts in Social Justice
- Master of Arts in Criminology & Criminal Justice Policy
- Master of Disaster & Emergency Management
- Graduate Certificate in Alternative Dispute Resolution
- Graduate Certificate in Insurance Management - Property & Casualty
- Graduate Certificate in Advanced Investigations & Enforcement
Note: Some careers and entry into further education may require additional study.
If you don't see your career goal listed here, talk to us! There are many more options.
Pursue your LLB or LLM in London, England
If you're interested in attending law school abroad, take advantage of our partnerships in London, England.
Earn a senior status law degree (LLB) with City St George's, University of London in just two years without an LSAT requirement or a Master of Law (LLM) through distance learning with the University of London in one year (full-time) or up to five years (part-time). Both with reduced tuition.
Transitioning to university can be overwhelming, but we're here to support you every step of the way.
Check out the supports available to you. For more information on support services, visit our Student Experience page.
Instructors in the industry
You are taught by professionals currently working in their field. They will tell you what they’re experiencing in law offices, police services, corporate offices, emergency services, etc. in real time.
Supported learning
- Your classmates/cohort will move through the program together.
- Your instructors open doors to diverse professional networks. Their mentorship can guide you to new opportunities.
- Your program team is eager to assist you. With everything in one building and a small student population, they’re a footstep or email away. Your team includes your Academic Advisor, Placement Coordinator, Career Coordinator, Liaison Librarian and Student Life Coordinator.
Safe spaces
Once you experience it, you’ll recognize it. U of GH creates a tremendous sense of safety through the support of the Chairs, Instructors and staff. Feel comfortable to share your voice and care for your mental health.