Bachelor of Criminology / Bachelor of Psychological Science

Course Details

Combining the study of criminology with an accredited 3 year psychological science degree will allow students to apply knowledge of human behaviour to a wide range of fields within the criminal justice area, but will also enable students to continue their professional training in psychology. This program will prepare students for a career as a psychologist or specialise in such areas as forensic psychology, clinical psychology and other accredited psychology postgraduate pathways. Foundational professional skills such as counselling and applied neuropsychology are also part of the accredited psychological science degree and combined with the research training within both criminology and psychology, graduates of the combined program are well placed for many careers.

Qualification: Bachelor Degree (Pass)

Course structure: The Bachelor of Criminology/Bachelor of Psychological Science requires students to successfully complete 320 units, which is comprised of: 60 units of Criminology core courses; 160 units of Psychological Science core courses; One Work Integrated Learning Course Option, either: CRIM3002 Criminal Justice Placement (20 units), OR PSYC3002 Work Integrated Learning in Psychology (10 units) and 10 units from the Psychological Science Directed courses; and 80 units of electives.