Bachelor of Arts (Criminology & Criminal Justice)

    Bachelor of Arts (Criminology & Criminal Justice)

    Duration3 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 19,839 / year(s)
    Next IntakeMay 26, 2026

    Bachelor of Arts (Criminology & Criminal Justice)

    About

    Overview

    • Become a problem solver and explore the social and psychological factors behind why people commit crime. You’ll learn about society’s responses to crime and many of the factors that challenge whether these responses are effective.
    • Delve into forensic and criminal psychology and gain knowledge about the complexities of victimisation.
    • Develop a competitive edge for the employment market. Make the most of the flexibility of a UniSQ’s Arts degree and combine your criminology and criminal justice studies with courses in psychology, legal studies and social justice.
    • Discover the intricacies of the relationship between crime, justice and the media or young people and the juvenile justice system.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Entry requirements

    To study this degree we assume you have sound knowledge in:

    • English (Units 3 & 4, C)

    We assume that your knowledge is equivalent to a grade C or higher in Units 3 and 4 at high school level (typically studied in Year 12). Find out more about assumed knowledge.

    English language requirements

    You are required to meet the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires a minimum of IELTS 6.0 with a minimum 5.5 in each subscore. UniSQ also accepts other English language proficiency tests.

    If you don't meet the English language requirements, you can apply to study with our English language partner, the Union Institute of Language (UIL), or if you're a domestic student you can apply to study UniSQ Ready courses TPP0122 and TPP0123.

    English Program Requirements

    Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) allows students to gain credit (advanced standing) towards their course in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis.

    Career

    Career outcomes

    • Apply your knowledge to the criminal justice system, child protection, crime research, strategic planning and development, security, or the police force. You could also work in community corrections, border security, policy development, juvenile justice or research. 
    • Studying criminology in a B.A. or a Bachelor of Criminology provides strong understanding of the criminal justice system and criminology principles, and alongside a second major strengthens your employability, and, depending on the major, opens up many career opportunities.
     

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    19,839 / year(s)

    Bachelor of Arts (Criminology & Criminal Justice)

    University of Southern Queensland

    University of Southern Queensland

    Australia

    Australia, Toowoomba