Program Overview

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Honours Bachelor of Crime & Intelligence Analysis (CIA)

Program Overview

This program focuses on the application of analytical techniques and technologies as well as the core elements of a public safety/criminal justice education. It prepares students for the challenging and complex environment by providing in-depth knowledge of crime and intelligence as well as developing a breadth of analytical and research skills.

Program Details

Campus

King

Delivery

Hybrid

Duration

8 Semesters (4 Years)

Credential

Honours Bachelor Degree

School

School of Public Safety

About the Program

This program will prepare students for the challenging and complex environment by providing in-depth knowledge of crime and intelligence as well as developing a breadth of analytical and research skills. Students will learn how to analyze and address public safety matters by applying professional practices, strategies, and the latest analytical tools and technologies.

Skills

• Critical thinking
• Problem solving
• Communication
• Effective collaboration

Work Experience

Mandatory Degree Work Term

A work experience that includes at least one term in a formal work environment. The work term(s) may be a paid or unpaid position that is completed between two academic semesters and requires a minimum of 420 hours of work. Students must be in good standing and meet all identified requirements prior to participating in the work experience. The successful completion of the work term(s) is required for graduation.

Program Availability

• Canadian Applicants
• International Applicants

Start Dates and Locations

Start Date	Location	Availability
September 2025	King	Open
January 2026	King	Open

Program and Course Delivery

This program is offered in Seneca's hybrid delivery format with some courses available in Seneca's flexible delivery format. Some coursework is online, and some must be completed in person. Students will need to come on campus to complete in-person learning requirements.

Career Options

• Law enforcement
• Investigations
• Public safety
• National security
• Counter-terrorism
• Anti-money laundering (AML) and anti-terrorist financing (ATF) in financial services
• Corporate security and investigations
• Anti-fraud and loss prevention
• Social media investigations
• Community and justice services

The Seneca Polytechnic Difference

Advanced Placement

Graduates of a diploma program may be eligible to complete this degree faster through one of our pathway options.

Renewable Scholarships

You may qualify for a renewable scholarship and receive up to $1,000 per year when you study in any degree program.

Career Support

Seneca Works offers students and graduates lifelong access to an exclusive job board, career coaching, networking, and more.

Experiential Learning

Graduate career-ready and world-ready. This program has a mandatory work term to help you hone essential skills for the workplace.

What Our Graduates Say

Jessica Clements

Graduate, Honours Bachelor of Crime & Intelligence Analysis and Police Foundations

“Without the opportunities provided by Seneca’s Police Foundations and Honours Bachelor Criminal Intelligence Analysis programs, I would not be where I am today! Each program gave me extensive skills for a profession in the policing community. With hands-on work-integrated learning, and technical skills learned in the classroom, I was able to be hired by Toronto Police after graduating. The amount of networking connections offered by Seneca and learning from experts with real-world experience in the field allowed me the opportunity to begin my tenure as a Crime Analyst.”

Myles Cook

Graduate, Honours Bachelor of Crime & Intelligence Analysis

“The CIA program allowed me to build and develop important skills to succeed within my field and provided hands-on learning experience. With these skills and hands-on experience, I was able to secure a work-integrated learning position as an Anti-Money Laundering Analyst for an asset servicing company in Toronto, where I am now currently employed. I am truly honoured to have been a part of the Honours Bachelor of Crime & Intelligence Analysis program at Seneca.”

Myles Douglas

Graduate, Honours Bachelor of Crime & Intelligence Analysis

“A career in law enforcement was something that I had always wished to pursue, and Seneca gave me the opportunity I needed to see that dream come true. Through learning from my instructors and their breadth of work and life experiences, I came to better understand what it meant to pursue a career in law enforcement. I firmly believe that Seneca gave me the tools I needed to flourish in my career path after I graduated. I am grateful to all of the instructors and colleagues I have met along the way.”

Kristal Moore

Graduate, Honours Bachelor of Crime & Intelligence Analysis and Police Foundations

“A few things that positively impacted my Seneca experience were the environment, getting involved on campus, and volunteering for events. It really changed the entire dynamic. Being able to interact with students outside of my program, speaking to future students, and meeting other professors and faculty showed me that Seneca is truly an extremely welcoming environment for everyone.”

Chhavik Sangar

Graduate, Honours Bachelor of Crime & Intelligence Analysis

“Completing the Honours Bachelor of Crime and Intelligence Analysis at Seneca Polytechnic provided me with the critical skills and knowledge needed to excel in my career. Shortly after graduation, I was thrilled to land a job at Mastercard as an Analyst in their Business Risk Assessment and Mitigation Team (BRAM). The program's diverse and practical coursework were instrumental in preparing me for this role. I am immensely grateful to Seneca for equipping me with the skills necessary to excel into the field.”

Helen Sosonna

Graduate, Honours Bachelor of Crime & Intelligence Analysis and Police Foundations

“I graduated from Police Foundations, which, a few years later, opened the door for me to enroll and subsequently graduate from the Honours Bachelors Crime & Intelligence Analysis (CIA) program. While I was in school, I’ve received first-hand knowledge of what the career is about from present and past crime analysts, intelligence officers, analytics managers, and others in a related field. I am truly grateful for the support I have continually received from faculty and peers, with whom I keep in touch with well after graduation.”

Aeishia Taylor

Graduate, Honours Bachelor of Crime & Intelligence Analysis and Police Foundations

“My professors encouraged me to be motivated, engaged, and confident about my career path. I’m now working at the Ministry of the Attorney General, Ontario Court of Justice, as a court and client registrar. I started there as an intern during my program’s work term, and I’ve been there since. My program totally prepared me for my career—there’s no better educational institution that will offer what Seneca has.”