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Law and criminology

For a better tomorrow
Hands-on law degrees

Be empowered with the knowledge and skills to make a lasting impact in the world as a lawyer, legal researcher, criminologist, forensic psychologist, law enforcement officer, youth or community justice worker, or community corrections officer.

Study crime, justice and the law for a rewarding career

Our courses are taught by experienced legal practitioners and criminologists with a focus on practical skills, to give you a real-world understanding of crime, justice and the law for an interesting and rewarding career path.

Study Law and Criminology with the top ranked public university in Queensland for overall experience and student support.*

*Good Universities Guide 2023/24 

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Bachelor degree

Bachelor of Criminology and Justice
  • Sunshine Coast, Moreton Bay, Online
  • 3 years full time or equivalent part-time
  • Career outcomes Police or law enforcement officer, Custodial corrections officer, Community corrections officer, Criminologist/crime researcher, Security/intelligence analyst, Youth justice officer, Criminal justice policy officer

Bachelor of Laws
  • Sunshine Coast, Moreton Bay
  • 4 years full time or equivalent part-time
  • Career outcomes Solicitor, Barrister, Government legal officer, Judge's associate, Corporate in-house counsel, Business and public service administration

Bachelor of Laws (Graduate Entry)
  • Sunshine Coast, Moreton Bay
  • 3 years full time or equivalent part-time
  • Career outcomes Solicitor, Barrister, Government legal officer, Judge's associate, Corporate in-house counsel, Business and public service administration

Combined degree

Gain a career advantage with a double degree tailored to your areas of interest.

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Honours

Add one year for an Honours Degree

These programs are 'End-on honours' which means one year of study, in addition to your bachelor degree. You can apply for a one-year honours program after you have completed a three-year bachelor's degree in Criminology and Justice or related field.

Bachelor of Criminology and Justice (Honours)
  • Sunshine Coast
  • 1 year full time or equivalent part-time
  • Career outcomes Policing, Youth justice, Restorative justice, Sexual violence and abuse, Corrections, Crime analysis, Security industry, Criminal courts, Applied crime prevention

I love knowing how our legal systems impact people, ranging from legislation to our prison systems. I can use my critical thinking skills to apply legal reasoning to a scenario and learn how to adequately research court cases.

Emma Bryan
Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Criminology student

In a hurry?

Not ready to commit to a 3 year degree?

Gain foundation skills and employment opportunities by graduating with a diploma or undergraduate certificate. While qualifications in their own right, they can also be a pathway to a bachelor and beyond.

Diploma in Criminology and Justice
  • Sunshine Coast
  • 1 year full time or equivalent part-time

Undergraduate Certificate in Legal Studies
  • Sunshine Coast
  • 6 months full time or equivalent part-time
  • Career outcomes A first step to Paralegal work, Law administration, Law enforcement, Corrections, Youth justice

Postgraduate

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