Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice
Our Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice explores the causes of antisocial behaviour and develops the knowledge and expertise you’ll need to make a valuable contribution in the criminal justice sector. By studying this degree, you’ll understand the complex causes and impact of crime, and the legal and social policies that keep us safe. The course includes studies in forensic psychology, forensic science, cybercrime, border protection and biosecurity, understanding violence and trauma.
All criminology students will undertake a community engagement in third year. You’ll graduate prepared for a range of exciting career opportunities in areas such as cybersecurity, law enforcement, intelligence and investigation, correctional and rehabilitation services, and more.
Students who have completed 120 credit points with a grade point average of 5.75 and above may apply to complete an honours degree.
Campus Information
Melbourne
115 Victoria Parade, Fitzroy Vic 3065 Locked Bag 4115, Fitzroy MDC Fitzroy Vic 3065
North Sydney
40 Edward Street, North Sydney NSW 2060 PO Box 968, North Sydney NSW 2059
Brisbane
Brisbane Campus (McAuley) 1100 Nudgee Road Banyo, Qld 4014
Blacktown
25A Barker Rd, Strathfield NSW 2135, Australia
Intakes
- Feb
- July
Application Processing Time in Days: 30
Application Process
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
- Policy advisor
- Reintegration worker
- Police (state, territory or federal)
- Immigration and border protection official
- Community corrections officer
PSW Opportunity
Post Study Work Steam Renames to Post Higher Education Work Steam.
- Bachelor degree holders including honours can get upto 2 years of post study stay
- Master by course work and extended (with a duration exceeding 2 years) can stay upto 2 years
- Masters by research (with a duration exceeding 2 years) and PhD holder can stay upto 3 years
- The Maximum eligible age to apply for PSW will be reduced to 35 years of age from 50 years of age for all applicants
Due to the Australian Indian Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement signed by the 2 countries, according to which:
- Indian students completing bachelor degree including honours can stay upto 2 years
- Bachelor degree with First class honours in STEM including ICT can stay upto 3 years
- Masters by coursework in extended researched (with a duration exceeding 2 years) can stay upto 3 years
- PhD students can stay upto 4 years
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
FOR INDIA
- CBSE All India Senior School Certificate (AISSC) with minimum average of 65% in best 4 academic subjects; Indian School Certificate (ISC) with minimum average of 65% in best 4 academic subjects; Higher Secondary Certificate from the State Boards listed below with minimum average of 65% in best 4 academic subjects; Andhra Pradesh, Goa, Gujarat, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Karnataka, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal; OR
- Higher Secondary Certificate from Punjab and Haryana State Boards with minimum average of 75% in best 4 academic subjects Local languages and nonacademic subjects are excluded.
FOR SRI LANKA
- Sri Lankan General Certificate of Education A Level with minimum aggregate score 7 in best three advanced level subjects excluding General English or the Common General Test. Aggregate to be calculated on the basis that A = 5, B = 4, C = 3, S =1. Must be on one sitting.
FOR BHUTAN
- Successful completion of a recognised pre- tertiary or foundation program OR Successful completion of one year of study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School Studies.
FOR NEPAL
- Completion of the Higher Secondary School Certificate awarded by National Examination Board with Grade XII GPA* 2.8 (3.0 for Nursing, initial teacher education and law courses) OR Completion of Nepalese Proficiency Certificate with minimum grade of average 65%.
* awarded 2018 onwards
FOR BANGLADESH
- Higher Secondary or Intermediate Certificate. Minimum GPA (includes any additional subject) 4.00 based on a 5-point GPA scale.
For More Information Please Contact To Our PSA Counselor.
- Course Code: 106767E
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
- Duration: 03 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
96000 AUD
Average Cost of Living: 29710 AUD /year
Application Fee: 110 AUD
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