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Bachelor of Criminology and Justice

Effective from 01-JAN-2021 : Code G81

This course is recommended for students with an interest in criminology, social justice and the justice system. It provides a comprehensive understanding of the nature of criminology and justice and the principal disciplines of law, political science, psychology and sociology, which inform criminological and justice-related issues. The course adopts a contemporary, international approach to criminology and justice education and seeks to develop well-educated practitioners. Students examine the nature of crime and social control, as well as a broad range of areas in the domain of justice, including policing, courts, law, corrections and alternative dispute resolution.

Disclaimer

This course information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester. In particular please check the course requirements and the unit and unit set offerings, as these differ according to course delivery location.

Course Learning Outcomes

  1. Apply broad discipline knowledge to a range of theoretical and practical criminology and justice issues.
  2. Think critically to identify, conceptualise and analyse complex criminology issues.
  3. Think creatively to anticipate challenges and generate solutions in criminological situations.
  4. Use digital technologies to access, evaluate and synthesise criminological information.
  5. Communicate knowledge of criminology and justice ideas clearly, coherently and with independence.
  6. Demonstrate a global outlook with respect for diversity, including Indigenous cultural competence.
  7. Work collaboratively and demonstrate initiative to implement social, sustainable, and ethical values in criminology and justice.
  8. Demonstrate autonomy, responsibility and accountability for own learning in scholarship and professional practice.

Professional Recognition

Majors

One or more of the majors in this course is externally recognised when studied within this course. Refer to the major for more information.

Admission requirements

Admission requirement (Band 3)

All applicants must meet the academic admission requirements for this course. The indicative or guaranteed ATAR is as published (where applicable) or academic admission requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

  • AQF Cert IV;
  • Successfully completed 0.25 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
  • Undergraduate Certificate;
  • Special Tertiary Admissions Test;
  • University Preparation Course;
  • Indigenous University Orientation Course;
  • Aboriginal University Readiness Assessment; or
  • Experience Based Entry Scheme.

English Language requirement (Band 3)

English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

  • Year 12 English ATAR/English Literature ATAR grade C or better or equivalent;
  • Special Tertiary Admissions Test;
  • IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.0 (no individual band less than 6.0);
  • Successfully completed 1.0 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher in the UK, Ireland, USA, NZ or Canada;
  • University Preparation Course;
  • Indigenous University Orientation Course;
  • Aboriginal University Readiness Assessment;
  • AQF Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree;
  • Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent); or
  • Other tests, courses or programs as defined in the Admissions Policy.

Course Specific Admission Requirements

One or more of the majors in this course has admission requirements. Refer to the major for more information.

Course Duration

  • Full Time: 3 Years
  • Part Time: 6 Years

Course Delivery

  • Joondalup: Full Time, Part Time
  • Online: Full Time, Part Time

Course Coordinator

Dr James Patrick MCCUE

Course Structure

Students are required to complete 11 Core units. This will be supported by a supplementary program comprising: an 8-unit major plus 3 elective units and either a capstone unit or 2 practicum units. Alternatively, students may complete any 12 unit major in the School of Arts and Humanities from discipline areas such as Social Science, Youth Work, Psychology, Arts, Addiction Studies, Management or Security studies or any other combination of majors, minors, or elective units from the School of Arts and Humanities or other schools where available. Note: Students are required to complete no less than 6 units at Level 3000.

Year 1 - Semester 1
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
CRI1107The Criminal Justice Process15
CRI1103Criminology15
Unit from Majorx115
Elective Unitx115
Year 1 - Semester 2
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
CRI1104The Psychology of Criminal Behaviour15
CRI1208Research Methods I15
Unit from Majorx115
Elective Unitx115
Year 2 - Semester 1
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
CRI2115Psychology and Criminal Justice15
CRI2110Research Methods II15
Unit from Majorx115
Elective Unitx115
Year 2 - Semester 2
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
CRI2103Correctional Studies - Theory and Practice15
CRI2201Critical Aspects of Policing15
Unit from Majorx115
Elective Unitx115
Year 3 - Semester 1
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
CRI3120Aboriginal Australians in the Criminal Justice System15
Unit from Majorx345
Year 3 - Semester 2
Unit Code Unit TitleCredit Points
Students undertaking a 12 unit major should enrol in CRI3205, 2 major units and an elective unit in year 3 semester 2. Students undertaking an 8 unit major should enrol in CRI3205, 1 major unit and either CRI3300 or CRI3301 in year 3 semester 2 (CRI3301 is by application only).
CRI3205Professional Ethics, Accountability and Integrity15
Unit from Majorx115
CRI3300 ^Criminology and Justice Capstone Project 30
CRI3301 ^Criminology and Justice Practicum Placement30
RECOMMENDED ELECTIVES
Unit Code Unit TitleCredit Points
Note: Acceptance into CRI3302 is by application only
PSY1101Introduction to Psychology15
LAW1100Legal Framework I15
YWK1220Youth Issues15
CSV1101Introduction to Community Work15
SCY1117Intelligence Foundations15
ADS1151Addiction Studies: Fundamental Concepts15
ADS2253Addiction Studies: Processes of Change15
SCY2112Counterterrorism15
SCH2143Forensic Skills15
ADS3458Addiction Studies: Preventive Practice15
CRI3302Criminal Justice Review Project15

Or any other unit with the approval of the Course Coordinator.

Note: CRI3301 may only be taken following application to and approval by the Practicum Coordinator.

^ Core Option

Unit sets that can be studied as part of this course

One or more of the majors in this course is externally recognised when studied within this course. Refer to the major for more information.

Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005)

For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.

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