Police Foundations (law)

The Police Foundations (LAW) program at Seneca Polytechnic provides students with the knowledge, practical skills, and professional competencies required for careers in policing, law enforcement, public safety, investigations, corrections, and security services. Through a combination of theoretical learning and applied training, students explore criminal justice systems, community safety, crime prevention, investigations, and law enforcement practices. The program also offers a pathway to Seneca’s Honours Bachelor of Crime and Intelligence Analysis for qualified graduates. Students develop communication, problem-solving, and public safety skills necessary for success in a variety of law enforcement and security-related professions.

Program Requirements
  • Academic Requirement: Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent, or mature applicant English: Grade 12 C or U, or equivalent course Secondary school law course recommended Moderate degree of physical fitness recommended
  • ELP Requirement: IELTS Academic: 6.0 overall, no band below 5.5 PTE Academic: 58 Duolingo: 105–110 TOEFL iBT: Minimum 20 in each skill
  • Special Requirement: Police services selection processes may include: Criminal record check Physical fitness testing Vision and hearing assessment Medical examination Written aptitude and communication tests Canadian Citizenship or Permanent Residency may be required by employers
Refund Policy

  • Students whose study permit applications are still pending may request a deferral to the next available intake, provided the request is submitted before Day 10 of classes and the program is available. Deferrals are granted only once.

  • Students awaiting an IRCC decision must still meet the deferral deadline. Requests submitted after Day 10 of classes will not be approved solely because a study permit decision is pending.

  • Students may alternatively withdraw and apply for a refund by submitting the required withdrawal form and supporting documentation. Applicable administrative fees may be deducted.

  • If a study permit application is refused, students may defer their admission and request a new Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL) to support a future study permit application. PAL issuance is subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed.

  • Refund requests due to study permit refusal must include a copy of the official IRCC refusal letter and be submitted within 14 days of the refusal date.

  • Only the refusal letter associated with the intake being withdrawn from will be considered for refund eligibility.

  • Students whose second study permit application is refused before the start of classes may still qualify for a refund, subject to Seneca’s refund policy.

  • Deferral requests are subject to program availability, and late requests may require a written appeal.

  • Approved late deferrals may be subject to a CAD $200 late fee.

Key Facts
  • Application Fee: $90
  • LOA Deposit: $0
  • Annual Tuition Fee: $16,178
  • Total Tuition Fee: $32,760
  • Course Duration: 4 Semesters (Fall Start: 24 Months | Winter Start:
  • Credentials: Ontario College Diploma
  • Intake: September 2026 January 2027
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Checklist

Required Documents

  • Valid Passport

  • Class 10 Marksheet and Certificate

  • Class 12 Marksheet and Certificate

  • English Language Test Results

  • Resume/CV (if applicable)

  • Statement of Purpose

  • Previous Visa Documents and Refusal Letters (if applicable)

Academic Requirements

  • OSSD or equivalent

  • Grade 12 English (C or U)

  • Secondary Law Course Recommended

  • Moderate Physical Fitness Recommended

English Language Requirements

  • IELTS Academic: 6.0 overall, no band below 5.5

  • PTE Academic: 58

  • Duolingo: 105–110

  • TOEFL iBT: Minimum 20 per skill

Program Information

  • Campus: King, Online

  • Delivery: Online, Hybrid

  • Duration: 4 Semesters

  • Credential: Ontario College Diploma

  • School: School of Public Safety

  • Intakes: January, September

  • PGWP Eligible: Yes

Degree Pathway

  • Graduates with GPA 3.0 or higher may receive advanced entry into Semester 4 of Seneca's Honours Bachelor of Crime and Intelligence Analysis program.

Career Opportunities

  • Police Services

  • Law Enforcement Agencies

  • Public Safety Services

  • Investigative Services

  • Municipal Enforcement

  • Transit Enforcement

  • Special Constable Positions

  • Corporate Security

  • Private Security

  • Correctional Services

Tuition Information

Academic Year Amount (CAD)
Year 1 $16,178
Year 2 $16,582
Total Program Tuition $32,760

Source URL

Program Details:
https://www.senecapolytechnic.ca/programs/fulltime/LAW.html

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https://www.senecapolytechnic.ca/programs/fulltime/LAW/admission-requirements.html#menu

Tuition & Fees:
https://www.senecapolytechnic.ca/programs/fulltime/LAW/costs.html#menu

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