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Bachelor of Social Science With a Major in Criminology

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Institution
Swinburne Online
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Course overview

Understand why crimes are committed and how they impact society with a Bachelor of Social Science (Criminology). With a strong focus on psychology, law and society, this industry-recognised online criminology course gives you an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of those affected by crime.

By examining the motivations behind criminal activity, you will learn how to analyse trends, formulate policies and create systems to help prevent it. And when you graduate, you’ll have the skills to work in all corners of the justice system, from victim support to corrections programs.

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Job outcomes

  • Community Development Officer
  • Policy and Project Officer
  • Corrections Officer
  • Immigration Officer
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What you'll learn

  • Forensic Psychology – Get an introduction to the criminal justice system and the methodologies involved in forensic work
  • Criminology – Explore the detection, understanding and prevention of crime
  • Forensic Science – Learn more about the techniques forensic scientists use to assist the judicial system.
  • The Modern World – Examine a variety of cultural and institutional practices around the globe
  • Policing – Gain an understanding of policing issues within criminology including training, selection and offender profiling

Study method

  • Online
  • Blended
  • In-class

Duration study load

3 years full time or equivalent part time

Entry requirements

Non-Year 12 entry

Completion or partial completion of an approved tertiary qualification (including diplomas, advanced diplomas, associate degrees and degrees). Additional performance criteria and prerequisite requirements may also apply.

Students admitted to the course with prior tertiary studies that satisfy part of the academic requirements of this course may be eligible for academic credit.

Applicants without a formal qualification but with significant and relevant work experience and appropriate English language skills will be considered if they can demonstrate that they can undertake the course with a reasonable prospect of success.

The University may determine selection criteria and restrictions in respect of courses to apply in addition to these entry requirements.

Year 12 entry

Successful completion of the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) or its equivalent, such as an interstate or international Year 12 qualification.

VCE Pre-requisites

  • Applicants must meet the associated minimum ATAR score
  • Units 3 and 4 – a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL
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Course features

An industry-recognised qualification

The Bachelor of Social Science (Criminology) is an accredited degree from a university ranked among the top 3%a in the world. Taught by leading academics, it is recognised by the industry’s government, private and non-profit sectors. And once you graduate, you’ll be in a great position to apply for further study, graduate programs or employment in a related field.

A community of critical thinkers

At Swinburne Online, you will be part of an online community of critical thinkers with an interest in crime. Like you, each person will bring a unique perspective to discussions. When studying your criminology course online, you will work with others on a range of activities, and collaborate with industry professionals on real-life case studies. You’ll be supported by experienced tutors, and form valuable networks with those working in the industry.

A unique learning experience

You shouldn’t have to put your life on hold to study, so we have created a criminology course that can fit around it. Working to your own schedule, you’ll learn in an interactive environment, where you will discuss research topics and analyse real situations with other like-minded students. Our study groups and discussion boards allow you to share your ideas at any time of the day or night.

Subjects

Course Units
COM10003
Learning and Communicating Online
CRI20001
Policing: Systems and Practice
CRI30002
Corrections: Systems and Practice
SOC10004
Sociological Foundations
SOC20020
Deviance Difference & Conformity
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Payment options

All Swinburne Online degrees have HECS or FEE HELP available to assist with the cost of your course. HECS-HELP is both a student loan and discount scheme allowing students to study without paying any up-front fees.

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About Swinburne Online

Swinburne Online is a digital education portal that delivers online university and TAFE courses on behalf of Melbourne’s Swinburne University of Technology (RTO 3059), one of Australia’s leading educational institutions with over 30,000 students.

Offering a wide range of highly engaging and productive university courses online, Swinburne Online’s students have the opportunity to receive the same qualifications as those attending Swinburne University of Technology.

The difference is that learning is done online, so instead of coming onto campus, Swinburne Online students can study any time, anywhere, through an innovative and easy to use digital portal.

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Job outcomes

  • Community Development Officer
  • Policy and Project Officer
  • Corrections Officer
  • Immigration Officer
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Study method

  • Online
  • Blended
  • In-class
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