Overview

It provides students with the theoretical, methodological and professional foundations required for understanding various forms of inequality as they intersect with the criminal justice system, and improving access to justice.

Key Facts

The MA in Criminology and Social Justice from Toronto Metropolitan University offers structured yet flexible options for pursuing advanced study. The graduate programme combines theoretical training in Criminology and socio-legal studies, with practical, real-world knowledge and experience.

The MA in Criminology and Social Justice prepares students for professional and leadership roles in private, public and non-profit sectors related to social justice, including: local communities, NGOs, government, international organizations, the legal profession and academia.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Criminology and Social Justice Seminar
Critical Engagement with Criminological Theories
Field Placement
Inequality, Social Justice and Criminal Justice
Justice Policy
Practitioners Seminar

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-09 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.
Starting 2027-05-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-05 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-13 00:00:00 , International

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Applications for Spring 2026 (May start) will be posted when available.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

93

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63

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IELTS

7

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Toronto, Canada

Disciplines

Criminology Social Policy View 21 other Masters in Social Policy in Canada

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Academic requirements

GPA

3

English requirements

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93

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7

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Other requirements

General requirements

Completion of a four-year undergraduate (or equivalent degree) from an accredited institution
Minimum GPA or equivalent of 3.00/4.33 (B) in the last two years of study
Statement of interest
Resumé/CV
Transcripts
Two letters of recommendation
Sample of work
English language proficiency requirement

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

28044 CAD / year

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Citizens or residents

9665 CAD / year

≈ 9665 CAD / year

Additional Details

Ontario students: $9,664.96 per year

Living costs

Toronto

Canada

1502 - 2563 CAD / month

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