Is This Program Right for You?

The Bachelor of Law Enforcement Studies (BLES) is designed for individuals who already have relevant diplomas or work experience in law enforcement or public safety and are looking to advance their career. If you have a passion for making a difference and keeping communities safe, this program is the right step to take your career further.

Experienced Instructors: Learn from the Best

You’ll be mentored by highly experienced subject matter experts in the field, gaining valuable insights and knowledge to enhance your law enforcement career.

Become a Superior Job Candidate

Set yourself apart in the job market by completing an applied research project that contributes to the advancement of the study of law enforcement and criminal justice.

Who Should Take This Program?

The BLES program is ideal for anyone who aspires to pursue or advance a career in law enforcement or public safety. If you’re already working in the field, this degree will help elevate your career and provide new opportunities for advancement.

This program is for individuals who:

• Act with integrity and are committed to ethical practices

• Are compassionate and care for the well-being of others

• Take accountability for their actions

• Exhibit respect in all professional interactions

• Have strong communication skills

• Lead a healthy and active lifestyle

• Have a desire to serve the public and represent their community

• Maintain a clean criminal record

Program Strengths: Build Your Knowledge and Skills

The BLES program enhances your knowledge of law enforcement and criminal justice in Canada while equipping you with critical transferable skills like research, critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving.

Graduates of the program often pursue post-graduate education or step directly into the workforce, landing roles in law enforcement, security, and related fields. Potential job titles include:

• Police constable

• Bylaw officer

• Deputy sheriff

• Correctional officer

• Investigator

• Probation officer

• Border services officer

What You Will Learn: Comprehensive Law Enforcement Training

The BLES program is designed to meet or exceed the standards set by the Ministry of Advanced Education and Skills Training. Throughout the program, you’ll develop key skills in areas such as:

• Critical thinking

• Communication

• Conflict resolution

• Problem-solving

• Organizational theory

• Case management

• Negotiation and mediation

• Restorative and community justice

• Leadership

You’ll also complete an applied research project that advances the field of law enforcement and criminal justice.

Program Requirements: What You Need to Graduate

To graduate, you must successfully complete all 60 credits of the program while maintaining a GPA of 2.0.

Program Formats: On-Campus or Online Options

You can choose between two flexible program formats, depending on your lifestyle and preferences:

On-Campus Cohort-Based Program

• Full-time, in-person experience at the New Westminster campus

• Small class sizes in a cohort-based format

• Attend five classes per week during the fall and winter semesters (no summer classes)

• One intake per year: September start

Online Program

• Flexible study options with no scheduled weekly classes or lecture times

• Study at your own pace and complete weekly assignments and readings

• Available year-round: Fall, Winter, and Summer semesters

• You have up to five years to complete the program and may take up to five classes per semester

Upcoming Intakes and Application Deadlines

• On-Campus Cohort-Based Program

  • Intake: September (one intake per year)

  • Application Deadline: March 27, 2025

• Online Program

  • Intakes: September, January, or May (three intakes per year)