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Bachelor of Arts (Criminology & Criminal Justice (Extended))

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Bachelor of Arts (Criminology & Criminal Justice (Extended)) (BART)
CRICOS: 009258A
Entry requirements
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Study mode
  • On-campus
  • Online
Campus
  • Springfield
  • Toowoomba
Duration
  • 3 year(s) (or part-time equivalent)
Start
  • Feb, Jul, Nov
Note: The November intake (Semester 3) is only available via online study.

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Overview

  • Build expert knowledge by studying this extended major in criminology and criminal justice. Have the freedom to 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 that explain why people commit crime, society’s current responses to crime, and the strategies in place for preventing it.
  • Take advantage of the opportunity to explore a range of subjects that interest you, shaping your skill set in the area of criminology and criminal justice. 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.
  • Build a portfolio of skills by combining elective subjects with your criminology and criminal justice degree.

Further study

You can progress your study to further specialise with the Bachelor of Arts (Honours).

Career outcomes

  • Apply your expert knowledge in the criminal justice system, child protection, strategic planning and development, security or the police force.  You could also work in community corrections, border security, policy development, juvenile justice or research. 
  • This criminology and criminal justice extended major allows you to build the foundations to delve into further study or crime research. 

Entry requirements

Pre-requisites

To study this degree we assume you have sound knowledge in:

  • English (Units 3 & 4, C) 

We assume that your knowledge is equivalent to a grade C or higher in Units 3 and 4 at high school level (typically studied in Year 12). Find out more about assumed knowledge.

Select the country where you completed your studies to see a guide to the grades you need to apply for this degree. If your country is not listed, you can still apply for this course and we will assess your eligibility. 

English language requirements

You are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires a minimum of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent. If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.

Recognition of prior learning or work experience

If you have previously studied in your home country, you may be eligible for recognition of prior learning to reduce the number of courses that you need to study to finish your program.

Pathways

If you don't meet the entry requirements, we have pathway options available to you.

Degree structure

To complete this degree students must complete 24 units. Most courses (similar to ‘subjects’) are valued at 1 unit. To study full-time you would usually complete 4 units per semester.

Option 1

Courses to be studied Units
Core courses 4
1 x 12-unit extended major 12
1 x 8-unit major 
or 2 x 4-unit minors
or 1 x 4-unit minor plus 4 x SEED-electives or
other elective courses		 8
Total 24

Option 2

Courses to be studied Units
Core courses 4
 SEED-electives 0-4 
1 x 8-unit major 8
A second 8-unit major 
or 2 x 4-unit minors
or 1 x 4-unit minor plus 4 x electives (depending on
number of SEED-electives completed) 		 8
Total 24

Refer to the UniSQ Handbook for courses to be studied and recommended enrolment patterns.

Other majors

You can also choose from cross-degree majors, such as

  • Artificial Intelligence and Data Science
  • Counselling
  • Drama
  • Environment and Sustainability
  • Music
  • Physiology and Human Movement
  • Psychology (12-unit)
  • Visual Arts Curation
  • or from a list of 4-unit minors to create your unique degree.

Double degrees

You may like to study the Bachelor of Arts as part of a double degree to give you the flexibility tailor your degree to your ambition.

Fees and scholarships

Your actual fees may vary depending on the courses you select. We review our fees annually so these may be subject to change.

Approximate annual costs1 for international students' first year of study (8 units) in this degree:

Study Mode Cost
External/Online

You are responsible for the full cost of your course and are charged a tuition fee.

AUD 27440
On-campus

You are responsible for the full cost of your course and are charged a tuition fee.

AUD 27440

1 These are indicative annual fees for 2023. 

Student services and amenities fees

You may need to pay student services and amenities (SA) fees as part of your course costs.

Scholarships

At UniSQ, we offer a range of scholarships to support your success at university. Find a scholarship that works for you.

How to apply

Complete your online application directly to UniSQ.

CRICOS: 009258A

Apply direct to UniSQ

The University accepts applications all year. Semester start dates are:

  • Semester 1, 2023 starts on Monday 20 February, 2023.
  • Semester 2, 2023 starts on Monday 10 July, 2023.
  • Semester 3, 2023 starts on Monday 13 November, 2023.

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Begin your study journey today with the university rated five out of five stars for graduates starting salaries* and start the degree that’s right for you.

*Good Universities Guide, 2023

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