Course overview
This four-year honours degree is designed for students who have a strong scholarly interest in criminology and see their future in research and/or policy. They will explore the causes of antisocial behaviour and develop the knowledge and expertise to make a valuable contribution in the criminal justice sector. In your fourth year, you will complete a thesis reflecting advanced research skills. You’ll graduate with well-developed research and analytical skills and prepared for exciting career opportunities in areas such as cybersecurity, law enforcement, intelligence and investigation, correctional and rehabilitation services, and more.
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Career Opportunities
Career opportunities
Cybersecurity, Law Enforcement, Intelligence and Investigation, Correctional and Rehabilitation Services, policy advisory and research.
Other Information
Practical experience
You will undertake a 40-hour placement associated with the criminal justice sector. You’ll receive intensive training in workplace approaches, practices and more before starting your placement, followed by a debriefing with a clinical education specialist.
Fees and charges
Visit the ACU website for general information about tuition fees.
Majors
Areas of study
Biosecurity, border protection, border security, correctional services, crime, criminal justice, criminology, forensic psychology, forensic science, intelligence, law enforcement, policing, violence.
Entry requirements
Review the captured standard entry requirements, English requirements and additional notes for this course.
Standard entry
- English Standard 2 (Band 3) or English Advanced (Band 3) or English (EAL) (Band 4).
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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Campuses & intake dates
- North Sydney (MacKillop)NSW