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    Criminology and Criminal Justice (Honours)

    Griffith University

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    Australia, Southport

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    Key Facts

    Program Level

    Bachelor

    Study Type

    Full Time

    Delivery

    On Campus

    Course Code

    062205G

    Campuses

    Gold Coast Campus

    Program Language

    English

    Start & Deadlines

    Next Intake Deadlines3-Mar-2025
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    Duration 1 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 35,000  / year
    Next Intake 3-Mar-2025

    Criminology and Criminal Justice (Honours)

    About

    DEVELOP YOUR SKILLS FOR A LIFE AGAINST CRIME.

    The Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice (Honours) is designed for students who want to hone their knowledge and skills through research.

    You'll gain research training at a standard that will prepare you for postgraduate studies in justice administration, criminal justice or criminology. You'll also learn about advanced theoretical concepts and policy debates in contemporary criminology - setting you up to access a career at more than an entry-level position in the criminal justice system.

    Your research will help to identify the social issues that lead to crime. You'll also learn to understand what makes criminals tick as well as how to minimise the negative impacts of crime on society.

    Industry and expert connections

    At Griffith, criminology has always had a strong industry connection and a high level of cooperation from police agencies and other crime related bodies. This Honours degree continues the tradition with a multitude of opportunities to meet with and hear from industry experts.

    Graduate outcomes

    This degree sets you to enter the criminal justice system in a broader and usually higher range of rewarding roles such as an analyst or program design consultant - careers where the ability to do independent research is key. It also offers you a great pathway into a PhD, a Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice (Honours) puts you one step ahead.

    Flexibility

    Tailor your timetable - Even if you study full-time on-campus, you may still be able to customise your degree to suit your needs. From a range of tutorial times to online access to lectures and other course material, we're here to help you fit study in with your work and life commitments.

    Global mobility

    This may be possible through a study abroad opportunity or through Criminology Student Society organised experiences with police and corrections.

    For more information on projects commencing from 2024 onwards please click on the following link: CCJ Research Project Showcase 2024.pdf

    This course provides a foundation of Information Technology and Information System skills for entrants with limited IT experience. It also provides opportunities for experienced Information Technology and Systems professionals to enhance and apply their skills within emerging technology driven growth areas.

    You will learn how to apply Information Systems and Technologies in meeting current business needs in a real-world environment by integrating theoretical learnings with the practical application and experiences learnt through working on projects with real clients.

    You will graduate with relevant practical experiences to help you hit the ground running into a successful and exciting career in your chosen field.

    MITS also provides an optional opportunity for high achieving students to qualify to participate in a research project, offering valuable experience for your future career, or potentially being the first step on your path to a PhD.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Previous research qualification or equivalent

    English language requirements

    Band 2

    If your native language is not English, you must meet the minimum English language requirements for this course.

    English Program Requirements

    International students must attain an IELTS Academic with an average level of 7.5 or more, across the four components of listening, speaking, reading and writing; no score below level 7.0 in any of these components; and a score of 8.0 or more in the components of speaking and listening. Internationally schooled applicants may also be required to meet this requirement.

    English competency requirements may also be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

    • Bachelor degree or master degree from Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, the UK or the USA, or
    • Undergraduate degree taught in English from a South African University.

    Career

    • Policing and security 
    • Criminal Intelligence 
    • Probation and parole 
    • Courts and justice services 

    Potential job outcomes  

    • Criminal analyst 
    • Crime program director 
    • Policy adviser 
    • Crime researcher 

    As an Honours student, you'll also be uniquely placed to further your research into crime/related areas. This is your pathway into a PhD.

    *Source: Australian Government Job Outlook.

    Fee Information

    +estimated annual tuition fee for a full-time study load


    Plus Student Services and Amenities fee
    Scholarships and financial aid available if eligible

    Tuition Fee

    AUD 35,000 

    How to Apply

    STEP 1: Choose and research your course

    STEP 2: Prepare your documents

    STEP 3: Lodge your application

    STEP 4: Accept your offer

    Griffith University

    Criminology and Criminal Justice (Honours)

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    Southport

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