36 monthsProgramme duration
50,500 AUDTuition Fee/year
Feb, Jun, SepStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Criminology
Degree
Other
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
Blended
The UNSW Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice is ranked #1 in Australia for Criminology and Criminal Justice program (EduRank, 2024). It is a three-year full-time or six-year part-time equivalent undergraduate criminology degree designed to critically explore the causes of crime, deviance, criminal behaviour, social control, and the legal system. After you’ve completed the degree, choose to expand your knowledge in postgraduate studies or dive into an abundance of career opportunities in crime and justice roles within Australia and across the globe.
In this criminology and criminal justice degree, you’ll explore the big picture of crime and learn from different faculties including the School of Law, Society and Criminology, and the School of Social Sciences. Gain critical insights into all aspects of the criminal justice system through innovative teaching that focuses on real-world case studies and experiences outside the classroom.
Criminology and criminal justice are growing fields with increasing opportunities to create change in communities affected by crime and the social structures and systems that influence and respond to it. You’ll develop an understanding of historical and current issues, including drug policy, human rights, sexual and alcohol-related violence, organised crime, and Indigenous mass incarceration. You'll also learn about key institutions in the criminal justice system including the police, courts, and prison, and the impact they have on the community.
In this criminology and criminal justice degree, you’ll explore the big picture of crime and learn from different faculties including the School of Law, Society and Criminology, and the School of Social Sciences. Gain critical insights into all aspects of the criminal justice system through innovative teaching that focuses on real-world case studies and experiences outside the classroom.
Criminology and criminal justice are growing fields with increasing opportunities to create change in communities affected by crime and the social structures and systems that influence and respond to it. You’ll develop an understanding of historical and current issues, including drug policy, human rights, sexual and alcohol-related violence, organised crime, and Indigenous mass incarceration. You'll also learn about key institutions in the criminal justice system including the police, courts, and prison, and the impact they have on the community.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Criminology
Degree
Other
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
Blended
The UNSW Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice is ranked #1 in Australia for Criminology and Criminal Justice program (EduRank, 2024). It is a three-year full-time or six-year part-time equivalent undergraduate criminology degree designed to critically explore the causes of crime, deviance, criminal behaviour, social control, and the legal system. After you’ve completed the degree, choose to expand your knowledge in postgraduate studies or dive into an abundance of career opportunities in crime and justice roles within Australia and across the globe.
In this criminology and criminal justice degree, you’ll explore the big picture of crime and learn from different faculties including the School of Law, Society and Criminology, and the School of Social Sciences. Gain critical insights into all aspects of the criminal justice system through innovative teaching that focuses on real-world case studies and experiences outside the classroom.
Criminology and criminal justice are growing fields with increasing opportunities to create change in communities affected by crime and the social structures and systems that influence and respond to it. You’ll develop an understanding of historical and current issues, including drug policy, human rights, sexual and alcohol-related violence, organised crime, and Indigenous mass incarceration. You'll also learn about key institutions in the criminal justice system including the police, courts, and prison, and the impact they have on the community.
In this criminology and criminal justice degree, you’ll explore the big picture of crime and learn from different faculties including the School of Law, Society and Criminology, and the School of Social Sciences. Gain critical insights into all aspects of the criminal justice system through innovative teaching that focuses on real-world case studies and experiences outside the classroom.
Criminology and criminal justice are growing fields with increasing opportunities to create change in communities affected by crime and the social structures and systems that influence and respond to it. You’ll develop an understanding of historical and current issues, including drug policy, human rights, sexual and alcohol-related violence, organised crime, and Indigenous mass incarceration. You'll also learn about key institutions in the criminal justice system including the police, courts, and prison, and the impact they have on the community.
Admission Requirements
75+
176+
6+
50+
83+
3 Years
Feb
Jun
Tuition fees
Domestic
16,500 AUD
International
50,500 AUD
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