Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology) / Bachelor of Criminology and Justice

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International

Program code

AR364

Award abbreviation

BSocSc(Psych)/BCrim&Justice

Study locations QTAC code

Sunshine Coast 011231
Moreton Bay From 2021

Minimum selection threshold

OP - 16 / Rank - 66

Duration

4 years full time or equivalent part time

Commence

Semester 1 or Semester 2

Study mode

Blended Learning

Fee type 2020

Commonwealth supported places

Total courses

Total units

384

Campus note: In addition to being able to study all courses at USC Sunshine Coast, students may choose to complete some first-year psychology courses at USC Gympie. Only first-year psychology courses are offered at USC Gympie. The remainder of the degree is completed at USC Sunshine Coast. International students can study at USC Sunshine Coast only.
Subject to external accreditation for USC Moreton Bay campus offering.

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CRICOS code

088621K

Study location

Sunshine Coast

Commence

Semester 1 or Semester 2

Program length (full-time)

4 years

Annual tuition fee 2020

A$25,000

Estimated total tuition fee *

A$100,000

Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.
* Estimated tuition fees are based on 2020 rates. Refer to international fees for more information.
Not all majors/minors and elective options are available at every campus. You should refer to the What Can I Study tab, and the proposed study sequence for your chosen campus and intake for further information.
Campus note: In addition to being able to study all courses at USC Sunshine Coast, students may choose to complete some first-year psychology courses at USC Gympie. Only first-year psychology courses are offered at USC Gympie. The remainder of the degree is completed at USC Sunshine Coast. International students can study at USC Sunshine Coast only.
Subject to external accreditation for USC Moreton Bay campus offering.

Inherent Academic Requirements

Student profile

Program coordinator

Dr Kate Mulgrew

Understand the psychology of crime.

Interested in the psychology of crime? This double degree gives you an in-depth understanding of the motivations and consequences of criminal behaviour, as well as crime-related applications of psychology. You'll examine the professional practice of psychology and develop an understanding of the scientific basis of psychological research.

In this degree you will:

Learn about human behaviour, including cognitive, social, perceptual, physiological, intercultural, Indigenous and abnormal psychologies
Understand legal institutions and processes, and examine fair and effective methods of crime prevention
Learn how to research crime-related issues and develop problem solving skills
Choose from specialist courses in criminal profiling and intelligence, youth justice and restorative justice, homicide and forensic science, and more

Accreditation

This course is designed to meet the national accreditation requirements adopted by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC). You can complete further study to become a registered psychologist, clinical psychologist or pursue an academic career.

Career opportunities

Law enforcement
Crime victim support services
Intelligence
Custodial corrections officer
Community corrections officer
Criminologist/crime researcher
Security/intelligence analyst
Probation and parole officer
Criminal justice policy officer
Child safety officer
Criminal justice advocate
Human resource manager
Youth support officer
Disability support officer
Customs and border protection officer

USC Moreton Bay 2020: Here comes the sun

Study at USC Moreton Bay

Australia's newest university campus — USC Moreton Bay is opening at Petrie in Semester 1, 2020. Choose from almost 50 undergraduate degrees with applications open from August 2019.

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Program structure

Total units:

Study sequence

Program structure

Psychology courses

Introductory courses (3) 36 units

COR109 Communication and Thought
PSY100 Introduction to Psychology A
PSY101 Introduction to Psychology B

Developing and Graduate courses (14) 168 units

PSY200 Research Methods in Psychology A
PSY201 Research Methods in Psychology B
PSY202 Physiological Psychology
PSY203 Introduction to Human Development
PSY204 Social Psychology
PSY205 Motivation and Emotion
PSY300 Advanced Methods in Psychology
PSY301 Cognitive and Perceptual Psychology
PSY302 Intercultural and Indigenous Psychologies
PSY303 Personality and Assessment
PSY304 Human Associative Learning
PSY305 Abnormal Psychology
PSY306 Psychology of Health and Wellbeing
PSY307 Adult Development and Ageing

Criminology courses

Introductory courses (6) 72 units

CRM101 Introduction to Criminology
CRM102 Understanding Crime
CRM103 Punishment and Corrections
CRM105 Policing
JST101 Justice and the Australian Legal System
SCS110 Australian Society: How does(n't) it work? - An Introduction to Sociology

Developing and Graduate courses (5) 60 units

CRM204 Applied Crime Prevention
CRM205 Criminal Law
CRM206 Professional Development
CRM304 Professional Ethics and Integrity Management
CRM308 Diversity, Crime and Justice

Elective courses (4) 48 units

Select 4 discipline elective courses (48 units) from:

CRM201 Criminal Profiling & Intelligence
JST202 International Justice and Human Rights
CRM203 Homicide, Investigations & Forensic Science
CRM302 Youth Justice & Restorative Justice
CRM305 Professional Placement
CRM307 Crime Research Methods
CRM309 Working with Victims and Offenders
CRM310 Introduction to Cyber Crime

Note: Program structures are subject to change. Not all USC courses are available on every USC campus.

Total units: 384

Recommended study sequences

Program requirements

In order to graduate you must:

Successfully complete 384 units as outlined in the Program Structure

Program notes

Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 unit points per semester (normally 4 courses) and following the recommended study sequence
The unit value of all courses is 12 units unless otherwise specified
It is each students responsibility to enrol correctly according to your course requisites, program rules and requirements and be aware of the academic calendar dates
Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods including essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests and examinations. Not all courses will necessarily include all methods
As part of your USC program, you may apply to Study Overseas to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider.
Refer to the Managing your progression page for help in understanding your program structure, reviewing your progress and planning remaining courses.

Am I eligible to apply?

Confirm that you meet the program specific admission requirements, prerequisites and recommended prior study outlined on Why study this program?
Confirm that you meet the general undergraduate admission requirements and English Language Proficiency requirements
Refer to the application dates for cut-off dates and deadlines
Check your eligibility for credit
Refer also to the Student Profile for a representation of the likely peer cohort studying this program.

Domestic students

Apply via Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC) — Use the relevant QTAC code specified on Why study this program?

Exceptions

The below applicants can apply online directly to USC:

Tertiary Preparation Pathway (TPP) student currently enrolled in, or have had an enrolment in the previous two years
USC students who have completed an undergraduate program within the last two years, or are due to complete their program prior to their proposed semester of commencement
USC / TAFE Articulation program students
USC students who are currently enrolled in one program and want to study another program concurrently
Former USC student who has been excluded from study at USC

International students

Apply direct to USC International

More information

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International students should contact USC International

New to USC?

Once you have applied and received your offer of a place from USC, follow the steps to Get Started at USC to respond to your offer, plan your study and enrol in the correct courses (subjects).

Continuing students

Before you enrol it's important to check your commencing program structure and the published recommended study sequence to make sure you study the right courses at the right time and will be ready to graduate from your degree when you plan to.

To better understand your program structure and for instructions on how to review your progress and plan your remaining courses, visit the Managing your progression page.

Visit How do I enrol? for enrolment instructions and key dates.

Need assistance?

View step-by-step instructions to enrol at How do I enrol?

Refer to the Academic Calendar for key dates, including the last day to add, drop or swap a course or class and Census dates.

Search for answers and ask questions about enrolling or contact Student Central.

Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology) / Bachelor of Criminology and Justice