Melbourne Burwood, Burwood, Australia +2

QS World University Rankings

283

Degree Other
Study Level Bachelors
Study Mode On Campus
Course Intensity Full Time
Fees(AUD) 90600-
Scholarships Yes
Start date Mar, Jul, Nov

Discover why crime occurs, how it is perceived and how we can address it – and graduate with the skills to make a real difference in the criminal justice system.
Gain a deep understanding of the causes and impacts of a range of individual and organised criminal activities, from environmental crime to illicit digital surveillance. Learn how to use this knowledge to develop effective responses to harmful behaviours.
Deakin’s criminology course is the most established in Australia. Our curriculum has been developed and designed in conjunction with professional bodies including Victoria Police, the Department of Justice and Community Safety Victoria and the Australian Institute of Professional Intelligence Officers, ensuring your study experience closely reflects the needs of the industry. If you like to learn by doing, work-integrated learning opportunities challenge you to apply your skills in real-world contexts and provide the perfect preview to your future role.

About University

A high quality education, excellent employment prospects and a university experience you will love – that's what Deakin University has to offer.

Deakin University, Australia, is ranked among the top 50 young universities in the world. We have a reputation for being innovative and visionary, forging new paths both locally and globally. With hundreds of courses on offer across five great campuses and flexible study options, you can choose a course that suits your lifestyle now while pursuing your goals for the future.

Deakin is well known for top quality facilities, research and teaching as well innovation and inclusiveness. In 2019 we were named the No. 1 university in the Australian state of Victoria for undergraduate employment outcomes. Add to that our place in the top 1% of universities worldwide, and you can see why our world-class education attracts students from all over the globe. And they are happy once they get here – tertiary students have rated Deakin as Australia's number one public university for the 'overall student experience'.

As we move into an increasingly digital future, Deakin has invested in the latest technology, state-of-the-art learning tools and facilities to ensure our students are equipped with the skills and knowledge required for the jobs of tomorrow.

Our approach to learning puts the emphasis on practical experience and our curriculum is informed by the best in industry. Deakin University’s curriculum integrates real-world expertise with practical skills to give our students a competitive edge. This way, our degrees stay relevant and students develop the skills and knowledge they need to graduate not just job-ready, but with an advantage. Plus, you will have direct links with prospective employers and a range of career education options through our DeakinTalent employment portal.

But we have more to offer than just a quality Australian degree. At Deakin University you will have experiences that will help develop you as a person. Students can get involved through more than 150 clubs and societies across all campuses, or make use of our wide range of student services and support. We have even developed an award-winning app to help students keep track of their commitments and get the most out of their time at university – Deakin Genie, a personalised digital assistant.

Through our focus on the student experience, Deakin has maintained the highest level of overall student satisfaction among Victorian universities for ten years running (AGS 2010–15; GOS – QILT 2016–19).