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Paralegal to Multiple Majors [Arts/Science/Arts or Science]

Where Are You Now?

Durham College

Discipline: Other legal professions and studies

Credential: College Diploma (2 year)

Program Title: Paralegal

Where Do You Want to Go?

Trent University- Peterborough

Degree Qualifications: BA(Hon) - Honours Bachelor of Arts

Discipline: Multiple

Credential: Degree (4 year)

Program Title: Multiple Major

Transfer credits / courses

25%

Semesters Remaining 6

Granted 5.00
Total 20.00

Course Equivalencies Granted

Students beginning studies in the Paralegal Diploma program since Fall 2023 will receive the following 5.0 transfer credits: 

  • 0.5 FRSC 1100H – Introduction to Canadian Justice 
  • 0.5 INDG 1001H – The Foundation for Reconciliation 
  • 0.5 unassigned Forensic Science credit at the 1000 level 
  • 0.5 unassigned Philosophy credit at the 1000 level 
  • 3.0 unassigned Arts credits at the 1000 level

Students who began studies in the Paralegal Diploma program prior to Fall 2023 are encouraged to contact Trent University for information about transfer credits received.

 

Requirements

To qualify for the block of transfer credits, students must have:

  • Successfully completed Durham College’s Paralegal Diploma;
  • A minimum overall average of 75%.

Minimum Course Grade Required (if applicable)

N/A

Minimum Grade for Admission≥ 75%

Pathway Requires Previous Program Graduation Yes

Bridging

Students pursuing majors for which introductory credits are not provided through the transfer credit block may be encouraged to complete courses in the term prior to entering Trent full-time. Consultation with an academic advisor is strongly encouraged. (http://trentu.ca/advising). 

Program Residency Requirement

Courses required and campus location will depend on the specific major chosen. Visit http://trentu.ca/futurestudents for a list of available programs. Degree requirements are available at http://trentu.ca/calendar. Students are encouraged to meet with an academic advisor prior to registering for courses for assistance with degree planning (http://trentu.ca/advising). 

For more information on academic and credit transfer policies, including residency requirements, visit the institutional profile.

Language of Instruction

English

Cancellation Policy

The transfer credit block for graduates of this program will be reviewed annually and adjusted, as necessary, to account for curriculum changes. 

Documentation

No additional pathway documentation available.

Contact / Apply

Recruitment and Admissions Office
Trent University
1-888-739-8885
discovertrent@trentu.ca

pathways@trentu.ca 
http://trentu.ca/transfer 
http://trentu.ca/pathways

Check the Trent University- Peterborough website for more information.


Last Updated: May 16, 2024