Bachelor of Criminology
Victoria University (VU)
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00124K; 02475D
Explore impactful legal and social issues and solve real problems in the community with a Bachelor of Criminology at Victoria University (VU).In this criminology degree, you’ll gain the knowledge and skills needed to critique and understand the causes and politics of crime. You’ll develop an understanding of the roles of police, legal and social welfare organisations within the system.By studying our program based in cutting-edge criminology, you’ll gain a basis of the socio-political and individual factors that lead to criminal activity and its complex interactions with the criminal legal system.You'll study areas including:crime and inequalitypolicing and offendingdigital criminologyvictimologytransnational crimeinternational crimecrime preventioncorporate crime.You’ll study specialist criminology subjects as well as law subjects to give you a strong foundation. Plus, you’ll apply your learning to case studies and practical scenarios, preparing you for the workforce.As a Bachelor of Criminology graduate, you’ll have a wide-ranging understanding of the complex criminal legal system and the interconnectedness of social welfare, law, correctional institutions, community and policing. Your tertiary education will put you in high demand in this sector, which recognises the need for a more educated workforce.
Structure
To attain the Bachelor of Criminology students will be required to complete 288 credit points.
Standard entry requirements
Australian Senior Secondary Certificate (e.g. VCE) or an Australian or overseas equivalent or an International Baccalaureate (IB).
Study pathways
VET applicants will be considered and pathways are available from a range of VET courses.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| City Campus | International: $89,400 | No |
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