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Overview
- Build expert knowledge by studying this extended major in criminology and criminal justice. Complete additional criminology or criminal justice subjects and graduate with a broader scope of knowledge in your field of interest.
- Learn about the criminological theories explaining crime, society’s current responses to crime, and the strategies in place for preventing it.
- Develop your knowledge and skills in specialist areas including research and investigation practices, forensic and criminal psychology, victimology, punishment, juvenile justice, crime and the media, and environment crime.
Career outcomes
The criminology and criminal justice extended major allows you to build the foundations to delve into further study or crime research.
As a graduate, you can apply for jobs across a variety of sectors including:
- criminal justice system
- child protection
- strategic planning and development
- security
- police force
- community corrections
- border security
- policy development
- juvenile justice
- research.
What you'll study
Explore the courses you'll study as part of this major.
Refer to the UniSQ Handbook for detailed recommended enrolment patterns and course availability.
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