Program Overview

Introduction to the Criminal Justice System - JUST 1101

This course introduces students to the Canadian criminal justice system, its foundations, and the principles that govern it. Students will explore how the police, courts, and correctional system work together to establish and maintain safe communities; they will also learn that not all citizens benefit from the policies and practices of the criminal justice system. In addition, the course will consider the impact of the criminal justice system on Indigenous communities, newcomers to Canada, and other historically and currently marginalized populations. Students will examine key concepts such as police use of power, the over-incarceration of Indigenous people and people of colour, reforms within the justice system, and other topics.

Course Details

Course Code

JUST1101

Credits

3

Format and Length

• Lecture: 45 hours

Prerequisites

To take this course, you must be enrolled in Arts and Sciences Diploma, Justice, New Media, Communications or and Technology Specialization.

Delivery Options

• In person
• Online anytime

This course is delivered in a classroom setting with face-to-face instruction at regularly scheduled times.

Term and Schedule

Edmonton

• Fall: Sep. 2 - Dec. 17, 2025
  • Fri: 12:30 - 03:30 pm
  • Class: 41211
  • Section: A01
  • Open Studies: Yes
• Fall: Sep. 2 - Dec. 17, 2025
  • Wed: 12:30 - 03:30 pm
  • Class: 41212
  • Section: A02
  • Open Studies: Yes

Online

• Spring: May 5 - Jun. 27, 2025
  • Class: 20534
  • Section: O01
  • Open Studies: Yes
• Spring: May 4 - Jun. 26, 2026
  • Class: 20623
  • Section: O01
  • Open Studies: Yes

Tuition and Fees

Canadian Students

• Tuition estimate: $495
• Fees estimate: $695.50
• Total estimate: $1,190.50

International Students

• Tuition estimate: $1,497
• Fees estimate: $695.50
• Total estimate: $2,192.50

Detailed Fees

• Digital resource fee: $7.00 max per term
• Program and supplies fee: $0 max per term
• Registrarial and student service fee: $41.00 max per term
• Student technology fee: $12.00 max per term
• Students’ Association fees:
  • Health and dental plan: $386.00 per year
  • Students’ Association: $51.50 per term
  • U-Pass: $180.00 per term
  • Legal plan: $18.00 per year