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Bachelor of Criminology

ProviderThe University of New England
Course code: QTAC616201UniversityStudy area: CriminologyData JSON
AttendanceOn campus
Intakes & start datesJune 2026 · Armidale · NSW

Course overview

This interdisciplinary degree draws on criminology, forensic science, sociology of deviance, law, and criminal justice studies. In first year, students study criminal law, criminology, sociology, psychology, forensic science, and social work. In later years, students choose a major as well as criminology elective units and undertake training in research methods, crime prevention, and social policy analysis to equip them with the skills for employment in the criminal justice sector. Students can include a work experience unit in their program. For more course information, visit UNE's Course and Unit Catalogue.
Combined degrees: Refer to entry for: B Criminology/B Laws.

Course record

Majors
Crime, Justice and Society; crime science; historical crime; rural criminology. Minors: Criminal Justice Processes and Forensics; Justice and Indigenous Peoples; Psychology
Career Opportunities
Police officer, crime prevention coordinator, juvenile justice officer, drug policy adviser, crime intelligence services.

Entry requirements

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IB Diploma

24.4-24.8

Admission is assessed against the qualification, prerequisite and English requirements for the course.

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English requirement
IELTS 6, no band below 5.5TOEFL iBT 60, no band below 15PTE Academic 50, no band below 42Cambridge C1 Advanced / C2 Proficiency 169, no band below 162

If the student's current English result is below the direct-entry requirement, consider the university's recognised English language pathway or ELICOS package. When the student successfully completes the approved pathway at the required level, the university may accept that pathway for English entry without requiring a new IELTS, TOEFL or PTE result. Always confirm exclusions for professional registration courses and the offer conditions.

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Student profile

Total students31
#2025
Higher education entry11 · 35.5%
35.5%
School leavers (ATAR)<5 · <5%
<5%
Secondary educationN/P · N/P%
N/P%
Vocational pathway7 · 22.6%
22.6%
Other entry pathways6 · 19.4%
19.4%
International students0 · 0.0%
0.0%

Campuses & intake dates

Upcoming intakes

  • ArmidaleNSWFebruary 2026
  • ArmidaleNSWJune 2026
  • ArmidaleNSW