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.
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.
Hands-on law degrees
Balancing university and life
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Balancing university and life
Online info session for mature-age students
6pm, Wednesday 24 May
Bachelor degree
Combined degree
Gain a career advantage with a double degree tailored to your areas of interest.
- Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology) / Bachelor of Criminology and Justice
- Bachelor of Business / Bachelor of Criminology and Justice
- Bachelor of Laws / Bachelor of Arts
- Bachelor of Laws / Bachelor of Business
- Bachelor of Laws / Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting)
- Bachelor of Laws / Bachelor of Criminology and Justice
- Bachelor of Laws / Bachelor of Environmental Management
- Bachelor of Social Work / Bachelor of Criminology and Justice
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.
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.
Postgraduate
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Need advice on what to study or how to apply?
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