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    Bachelor of Criminal Justice

    University of Canterbury

    University of Canterbury

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    New Zealand, Christchurch

    University RankQS Ranking
    262

    Key Facts

    Program Level

    Bachelor

    Study Type

    Full Time

    Delivery

    On Campus

    Campuses

    Main Site

    Program Language

    English

    Start & Deadlines

    Next Intake Deadlines25-Feb-2026
    Apply to this program

    Go to the official application for the university

    Duration 3 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    NZD 36,470  / year
    Next Intake 25-Feb-2026

    Bachelor of Criminal Justice

    About

    Introduction

    The BCJ is the first degree of its kind in Aotearoa, combining multidisciplinary academic study with a strong vocational focus.

    Criminal Justice studies take a 360-degree look at the criminal justice system and its processes, including governance, enforcement, rehabilitation, and improvement. The degree draws together UC’s expertise in criminology, sociology, developmental and behavioural psychology, policing, criminal law and procedure, and human services.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Entry requirements

    Admission to UC with University Entrance (or equivalent) is required to enrol.

    If English is your additional language, you are also required to meet UC's English language requirements.

    See Admission and enrolment for all information on enrolling at UC.

    Recommended preparation

    The BCJ does not require a background in any specific subject at secondary school and is open to anyone with entry to the University.

    English Program Requirements

    English language courses offered in partnership with CCEL will prepare you for study at Foundation, undergraduate and postgraduate degree level. The English for Academic Purposes (EAP) courses offered by CCEL are designed to provide you with the specific language and study skills you will need to succeed in academic study.

    Further details and application form are available from the CCEL site.

    Career

    Career ready

    • Practical experience examining our justice system and identifying opportunities for reform.
    • Opportunity to increase your skills while working.
    • Graduates work in areas such as probation and parole, forensics, public and private investigation and security, social work, criminal justice policy, and the police.

    Find out more about what can you do with a degree from UC.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee

    NZD 36,470 

    Application Fee

    NZD  
    University of Canterbury

    Bachelor of Criminal Justice

    University of Canterbury

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    New Zealand,

    Christchurch

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