Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice
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    Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice

    University of Adelaide
    University of Adelaide
    Australia
    Australia, Adelaide
    University Rank:#82
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    Duration3 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 31,135 / year(s)
    Next IntakeJuly 5, 2026
    Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice

    About

    Our Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice prepares you to contribute to discourse on criminal behaviour and societal responses to it. You’ll explore the complex causes and nature of crime, and its impact on communities and intervention strategies. You’ll investigate why people commit crimes as well as the impact of crime on victims and society. Understand the process of investigating and prosecuting crime – and how cultural and political values shape laws and punishments.

    You’ll study courses in criminology, law and sociology, and see how structural inequalities impact crime and criminal justice. Discover different types of punishment and innovative responses to criminal behaviour. Explore the growing influence of globalisation, cyberpolitics and digital technologies on crime.

    Develop research and critical thinking skills. Build the expertise to help those impacted by crime. Apply your learning in a practical or research-based internship and graduate ready for roles in community safety and crime prevention – or progress to complete a higher research degree.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    To be eligible, an applicant must have achieved at least one of the following minimum entry requirements and demonstrate they fulfil any prerequisite and essential criteria for admission. In cases where there are more eligible applicants than available places, admission will be competitive with ranks based on the entry criteria.

    Secondary education (Year 12)

    • Completion of a secondary education qualification equivalent to the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE).

    Vocational Education and Training (VET)

    • Completion of an award from a registered training organisation (RTO) at Certificate IV (AQF level 4) or higher.

    Higher education study

    • Successful completion of at least 6 months full-time study (or equivalent part-time) in a higher education award program.

    English Program Requirements

    IELTS Overall 6.5 | IELTS Reading 6 | IELTS Listening 6 | IELTS Speaking 6 | IELTS Writing 6

    Career

    Career outcomes

    Criminology is a complex field. In this degree, you'll learn how to contribute to a safer society by supporting crime prevention strategies and improving the justice system.

    You could work for the Australian Institute of Criminology, investigating cybercrime or terrorism. You might support victims of crime through advocacy and recovery programs. Perhaps you’ll use evidence to improve the wellbeing of neurodivergent individuals in the justice system – or, start your own true crime podcast, analysing famous cold cases from around the world.

    You could also be a:

    • Victim advocate
    • Crime analyst
    • Community program coordinator
    • Research analyst
    • Policy advisor
    • Juvenile justice specialist
    • Probation officer
    • Social services coordinator
    • Court administrator
    • Intelligence officer
    • Cybersecurity analyst
    • Risk prevention consultant
    • Case manager
    • Public safety officer.

    Or combine your studies with other degrees, majors or minors to pursue a career in psychology, law, forensics and more.

    Industry trends

    Around 41% of Australians, or 8 million people, have experienced violence – whether physical, sexual or both – since the age of 15 (Australian Bureau of Statistics, 2024). At the same time, cybercrime ranks among the top 10 global risks in both the short and long term (World Economic Forum, 2023).

    Criminology plays a vital role in addressing these pressing societal challenges by providing evidence-based insights into criminal behaviour, prevention strategies and justice system reforms.

    People with a passion to make a difference in this field are highly sought after. Studying at Adelaide University will give you the expertise to develop effective solutions that reduce crime, protect communities and promote social justice.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    31,135 / year(s)
    Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice
    University of Adelaide
    University of Adelaide
    Australia

    Australia, Adelaide

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