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Western Sydney University

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Bachelor of Criminology

  • Bachelor

In this degree, you will explore the worlds of criminology and crime, and gain fascinating insights into our criminal justice institutions and practices.

Key details

Degree Type
Bachelor
Duration
3 years full-time, 6 years part-time
Course Code
079498E
Study Mode
In person
Intake Months
Mar, Jul
Domestic Fees
$26,240 per year / $78,720 total

About this course

In this degree, you will explore the worlds of criminology and crime, and gain fascinating insights into our criminal justice institutions and practices. You will graduate with a strong understanding of crime prevention strategies and debates, victimisation, juvenile justice, prisons and different forms of punishment. This degree equips students with the specialist skills and knowledge to enter the professional workforce.

Study locations

Liverpool City

Penrith

Career pathways

As a criminology graduate you can look forward to great opportunities including:

  • Community development worker

  • Police officer

  • Casework and case management

  • Correctional officer

  • Youth worker

  • Policy development
Police Officer

With further training and/or degrees, you may become a registered police officer. Police protect and preserve property, public order and safety through the enforcement of laws.

Correctional Officer

Correctional officers work in prisons and correctional centres to ensure the safe supervision of inmates. Their duties involve observing prison behaviour, providing advice, administering first aid, assessing risk factors and preparing reports.

Social Researcher

Social Researchers study human behaviour, society and institutions from current and historical perspectives. They investigate social issues using a variety of methods to gather information and draw conclusions.

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Humanities, Culture & Social Sciences courses at Western Sydney University.
83.8%
Overall satisfaction
86%
Skill scale
73.1%
Teaching scale
50%
Employed full-time
$54.8k
Average salary