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University of the Sunshine Coast (USC)

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Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology) / Criminology and Justice

  • Bachelor

Interested in the psychology of crime? This double degree provides and in-depth understanding of the motivations and consequences of criminal behaviour, as well as crime-related applications of psychology.

Key details

Degree Type
Bachelor
Duration
4 years full-time
Course Code
SA307, 110840M
Study Mode
In person

About this course

Interested in the psychology of crime? This double degree provides and in-depth understanding of the motivations and consequences of criminal behaviour, as well as crime-related applications of psychology. Examine professional practices of psychology and develop an understanding of the science of psychological research.

In this program you will:

  • Learn about human behaviour, including cognitive, social, perceptual, physiological, intercultural, and abnormal psychologies
  • Understand legal institutions and processes, and examine fair and effective methods of crime prevention
  • Learn to research crime-related issues and develop problem solving skills
  • Choose from specialist courses in criminal profiling and intelligence, youth justice and restorative justice, homicide and forensic science, and more

Entry requirements

Entry requirements

For entry into most USC undergraduate degree programs, you need to have completed a minimum level of education similar to successful completion of Australian Year 12 with good grades.

Further studies, for example, a semester or more at college or university, can also be considered for entry and may give you credit transfer towards a degree.

Some examples of upper secondary qualifications and a guide to the minimum grades that USC will consider are listed here. These are minimum requirements and do not guarantee entry. Some programs may require higher grades. Alternative qualifications may also be considered on a case by case basis.

If your qualification (grouped by country) is not listed, send the qualification transcripts with your application form to the International Office for assessment.

English language requirements

If English is not your first language, you also need to meet the minimum English language requirements for your chosen program. If you do not meet the minimum requirements, you may like to enrol in one of our English Language Programs.

Minimum entry threshold

Applicants must meet the minimum ATAR/Rank.

Location ATAR/Rank
Sunshine Coast TBA
Moreton Bay TBA
Recommended prior study
English

Study locations

Sunshine Coast

Moreton Bay

Career pathways

Career opportunities
  • Child safety officer
  • Community corrections officer
  • Crime victim support services
  • Criminal justice advocate
  • Criminal justice policy officer
  • Criminologist/crime researcher
  • Custodial corrections officer
  • Customs and border protection officer
  • Disability support officer
  • Human resource manager
  • Intelligence
  • Law enforcement
  • Probation and parole officer
  • Security/intelligence analyst
  • Youth support officer
Accreditation

This course is designed to meet the national accreditation requirements adopted by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC). You can complete further study to become a registered psychologist, clinical psychologist or pursue an academic career.

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Psychology courses at University of the Sunshine Coast (USC).
88.2%
Overall satisfaction
91.8%
Skill scale
79.1%
Teaching scale
58.6%
Employed full-time
$63k
Average salary