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Bachelor of Criminology

Official Abbreviation BCrim
Course Type Undergraduate
Commencement Semester 1 and Semester 2
Study Mode On and Off Campus
Course Duration
  • 3 Years Full-time
  • 6 Years Part-time
2007 UAI New Course
2007 OP New Course
Fees Commonwealth Supported Place
Total Credit Points 144
Overview In the first year students will study criminal law, criminology, sociology, psychology, forensic science, forensic anthropology and archaeology. In later years they choose eight criminology elective units and will undertake training in research methods, crime prevention, and social policy analysis to equip them with the necessary skills for employment in the criminal justice sector.
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Intensive Schools Intensive mandatory schools may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. See Unit Catalogue for specific requirements.
Entry Requirements Normal admission requirements apply. Assumed knowledge is any two units in English.
Additional Entry Requirements N/A
Course Rules

Credit Point Requirements

To qualify for the award a candidate shall complete a total of 144 credit points with no more than 60 credit points at 100-level and at least 12 credit points from units listed in approved majors for the Bachelor of Arts course.

Program of Study

Candidates shall complete an approved program of study as outlined in the Course Schedule comprising:

Course Structure

Credit Points
Core Units 96cps
Elective Units 48 cps
Total 144 cps

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Career Opportunities The Bachelor of Criminology is an interdisciplinary degree that offers a solid academic grounding and vocational qualification that may lead to a career in Policy Advice and Development, Policing and Corrections; Crime Prevention, Juvenile Justice and Child Welfare, Security Industry, Crime Intelligence Services; Drug and Law support services, Environmental and Industry Regulation.
Practical, Clinical or Work Experience None
Double Degree Opportunities None
Advanced Standing Students may apply for advanced standing towards the degree on the basis on previous tertiary study.
Fast Track None
Other Benefits None;
Honours None
Scholarships None
Further Information

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