Is This Program Right for You?
If you are a team player, actively involved in your community, enjoy physical activity, and can remain calm in stressful situations, the Law Enforcement Studies Diploma (LESD) could be the perfect fit for you. The community needs professionals who can make a difference, and this program prepares you for a fulfilling career in law enforcement and public safety.
Learn from Experienced Instructors
In this program, you'll be mentored by experts who bring years of practical experience and knowledge to the classroom. Their guidance will provide valuable insights into the real-world challenges of law enforcement.
Rewarding Career Opportunities
With specialized knowledge and transferable skills, you'll be well-equipped to pursue a rewarding career in law enforcement and public safety. Graduates often pursue roles such as:
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Police constable
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Bylaw officer
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Deputy sheriff
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Correctional officer
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Investigator
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Probation officer
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Border services officer
Who Should Take This Program?
The Law Enforcement Studies Diploma (LESD) is designed for those who want a hands-on, academic education in law enforcement. This combination of theory and practical application helps graduates stand out in a competitive recruitment process for a wide range of public safety careers.
Graduates often receive on-the-job training, which complements the education gained through this program. Many law enforcement and public safety professionals pursue higher qualifications, such as the Bachelor of Law Enforcement Studies (BLES), to further their careers.
What You Will Learn: Core Law Enforcement Knowledge and Skills
The LESD program provides a comprehensive education that combines theory, applied skills, and specialized knowledge in law enforcement. The program covers a variety of essential subjects, including:
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Criminology
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The Canadian justice system
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Administrative and civil law
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Criminal law
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Investigation skills and procedures
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Computer investigation skills
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Law enforcement communication skills
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Youth justice
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Applied law enforcement skills, such as:
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Emergency vehicle operations
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Fitness
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Firearms safety
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Surveillance
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Evidence collection and preservation
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Crisis intervention
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Use of force
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Arrest and control techniques
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Research skills
Transferable Skills
In addition to law enforcement-specific knowledge, the LESD program provides a strong foundation in liberal studies and essential transferable skills, including:
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Academic writing
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Communication skills
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Critical reading and writing
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Applied ethics
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Conflict resolution
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Diversity issues in law enforcement
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Indigenous justice
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Governance
Program Requirements: What You Need to Graduate
To graduate, students must complete all 60 credits (20 courses) of the program at a rate of five courses per semester.
Program Format: Cohort-Based Learning
The LESD program follows a cohort-based format, where students progress through the program as a group. This ensures a collaborative learning environment and promotes strong peer connections.
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Full-time program that combines on-campus courses with some virtual content
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Five, three-hour classes per week
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Classes offered during the fall and winter semesters
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The program takes place at the New Westminster campus
Upcoming Intakes and Application Deadlines
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Intakes: September and January (two intakes per year)
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Application Deadlines:
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January 2026 start: August 13, 2025
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September 2026 start: March 11, 2026
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- Academic Requirement: Anyone with a Bachelor’s Degree can apply.
- ELP Requirement: IELTS 6.5, PTE: 58, Duolingo: 120, TOEFL (Internet-based): 80 Minimum sub-scores for all programs: Listening - 20 Reading - 20 Speaking - 20 Writing – 20
Refunds due to study permit rejection
If you have been denied a study permit/visa and are unable to attend JIBC as a result, you are eligible to ask for a refund of your confirmation deposit and any additional tuition that you may have pre-paid.
- Complete the International Confirmation Deposit Refund Request form. JIBC does not accept hand-written forms.
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Email the Office of International Affairs, including your full name and JIBC student ID in the subject line, attaching the International Confirmation Deposit Refund Request form, IRCC’s visa denial letter to the email and a copy of your passport ID page.
JIBC has partnered with Paymytuition to process international refunds. Upon approval of your refund, you will receive an email from studentrefunds@paymytuition.com which will provide you with further instructions on how to complete your refund process.
Please notice that refunds are subject to evaluation upon request with no guarantee of approval. Once a decision is made, correspondence will be emailed to you.
JIBC reserves the right to contact IRCC (Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada) to verify the status of a visa and/or study permit application and/or to authenticate the contents of a study permit refusal letter when processing a refund request.
You were admitted but do not wish to continue your studies at JIBC
- Tuition deposits and application fees are nonrefundable and non-transferrable;
- Refunds are calculated from the date the student withdraws online or when official withdrawal is received in the Registrar’s Office;
- Unpaid fines and other amounts owing will be deducted from the refund;
- Students required to withdraw due to violation of the Student Code of Conduct policy are not entitled to a refund;
- A full refund is issued if the course is cancelled;
- Extenuating circumstances may be considered outside of the deadlines indicated below;
- Refund information is provided at the time of registration.
- Application Fee: $155
- LOA Deposit: $5,000
- Annual Tuition Fee: $16,500
- Total Tuition Fee: $33,000
- Course Duration: 2 years
- Credentials: Diploma
- Intake: September and January
Checklist
- CV/Resume (Dates of education and experience must be mentioned in MM-YYYY format)
Example: Job from MM-YYYY --- to MM-YYYY
- Valid passport copy
- Academic documents (Bachelor transcripts and certificate + Senior secondary certificate/WAEC/12th)
- Medium of instructions letter: IELTS/ PTE / TOEFL
IF ONSHORE STUDENT
- Stamped copy of visa
- LOI
- Study permit
- Canadian Address:
- Canadian Contact No: