Overview

This Victimology program at Algonquin College provides specialized knowledge and skills in victimology and in the provision of victim services. You also explore the history and theories of victimization, with applied victim-centred focus.

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Combining theoretical and applied learning, it includes a field placement of more than 140 hours. It is in this setting where you learn about victims` issues and perspectives first-hand from experts in the field.

Practicum options include:

victim crisis units
police services
victim advocacy centres
Indigenous healing centres
government agencies
women`s shelters
community action groups

Overall, you develop knowledge of crisis response, sudden and traumatic loss, and victim populations. Learn about crime and its effects on victims in the criminal justice system. In your practicum, you integrate theory with practice and contribute to victim service initiatives within your community.

Graduates may find employment in a variety of occupational fields providing services to victims of crime, including social services, child protection, crisis response, the criminal justice system and in policy areas related to victimization.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Victimology: Theoretical Perspectives
Victims of Crime
Victimization and the Law
Violence Against Women
Indigenous Peoples: Understanding and Reducing VIctimization

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-02-01 00:00:00

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Be sure to apply by the Equal Consideration deadline of February 1. You can apply after February 1 and will be considered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Ottawa, Canada

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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120

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General requirements

Ontario College Diploma, Ontario College Advanced Diploma, Degree or equivalent in a Medical or Social Services field.
Applicants without the required diploma or degree will be assessed individually and will be required to complete an Eligibility Package.
Applicants with international transcripts must provide proof of the subject-specific requirements noted above and may be required to provide proof of language proficiency. Domestic applicants with international transcripts must be evaluated through the International Credential Assessment Service of Canada (ICAS) or World Education Services (WES).
IELTS-International English Language Testing Service Overall band of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each band; OR TOEFL-Internet-based (iBT)-overall 88, with a minimum of 22 in each component: Reading 22; Listening 22; Speaking 22; Writing 22; OR Duolingo English Test (DET) Overall 120, minimum of 120 in Literacy and no score below 105.

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
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Tuition Fee

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International

14990 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7495 CAD per semester during 12 months.
National

3168 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1584 CAD per semester during 12 months.

Living costs for Ottawa

1168 - 1925 CAD /month

Living costs

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Funding

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Tuition Fee

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Funding

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